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Apple beats Samsung to become world’s leading smartphone company


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In a noteworthy shift, Apple has become the world’s leading smartphone vendor in market share, overthrowing Samsung. This change comes after more than a decade, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC).

Impressive iPhone Shipments in Q4 2023

During the fourth quarter of 2023, Apple accomplished a remarkable feat by shipping 80.5 million iPhone units. This marks an impressive 11.6% increase compared to the previous year. Interestingly, this achievement occurred amidst a 3.2% decline in global smartphone shipments, totaling 1.17 billion units in 2023.

Apple’s Success in Emerging Markets

The primary factor contributing to Apple’s success is its rising popularity in emerging markets. The IDC report emphasizes that Apple emerged as the biggest winner, even in the face of strong growth from low-end Android players like Transsion and Xiaomi in the second half of 2023.

Positive Annual Growth Despite Fierce Competition

Among the top three companies – Apple, Samsung, and Xiaomi – Apple is the sole contender exhibiting positive annual growth. This is particularly notable given the intense competition, including the challenges posed by brands like Huawei in China.

Top Five Smartphone Companies of 2023

The IDC report ranks the top five smartphone companies based on their total shipments in 2023. Apple secures the lead with 234.6 million units, followed closely by Samsung at 226.6 million. Xiaomi, OPPO, and Transsion round out the top five with 145.9 million, 103.1 million, and 94.9 million units, respectively.

Factors Influencing Apple’s Growth and Samsung’s Decline

The IDC report suggests that the growth of Apple and the decline of Samsung can be attributed, in part, to the Android market “diversifying within itself.” Factors include Huawei’s resurgence and the introduction of competitive products by companies like Google and OnePlus.

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