Samsung Overtakes Apple in Global Smartphone Market: IDC Tracker
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According to IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, global smartphone shipments increased by 7.8% in the first quarter of 2024, with Samsung reclaiming the top position from Apple. The top 5 companies in terms of market share were Samsung, Apple, Xiaomi, Transsion, and OPPO, with notable growth from Xiaomi and Transsion. The market is showing signs of recovery, with consumers opting for more expensive devices and a shift in power among the top companies.
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