Anthony Scarsella stories
Anthony Scarsella is a prolific writer with a keen interest in the evolving landscape of the smartphone industry. His poignant observations and insightful analyses have charted everything from annual market fluctuations to the burgeoning niche of foldable phones. Anthony’s writings effortlessly combine data-driven insights with an understanding of broader technological trends, particularly focusing on how new technologies, such as 5G, are influencing global smartphone markets. His articles often reflect on the impact of external factors, like trade wars and pandemics, providing a comprehensive overview of the challenges and opportunities facing the smartphone industry today.
Worldwide smartphone shipments continue to decline
Mon, 31st Jul 2023
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edutech
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supply chain
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r&d
Worldwide smartphone shipments declined 7.8% year over year to 265.3 million units in the second quarter of 2023.
Foldable phones market to reach US$42 billion in 2027: IDC
Thu, 30th Mar 2023
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uc
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mobile world congress
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economic forecast
According to IDC, worldwide shipments for foldable phones will reach 48.1 million units with a market value of US$42 billion in 2027.
Smartphone market slower to recover than expected - IDC
Fri, 3rd Mar 2023
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market
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shipments
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analyst report
Real market recovery is not expected to occur until 2024, when IDC expects 5.9% year-over-year growth followed by low single-digit growth.
Smartphone shipments suffer a largest-ever decline, says IDC
Thu, 26th Jan 2023
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supply chain
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apple
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samsung
Worldwide smartphone shipments fell 18.3% y-o-y to 300.3 million units in the 4th quarter of 2022, according to IDC Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker.
Smartphone market slower to recover than expected - IDC
Mon, 5th Dec 2022
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market
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challenge
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analyst report
IDC forecasts that smartphone shipments will decline 9.1% in 2022, with recovery anticipated in 2023 and 5G accounting for over half of shipments.
Foldable phones to reach market value of $29B, IDC finds
Thu, 17th Feb 2022
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samsung
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analyst report
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foldable
Despite their small market share, foldables represent a major opportunity for vendors and is a segment that can't be ignored.
IDC on used smartphone market: No signs of slowing down
Thu, 16th Jan 2020
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analyst report
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technology gifts
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smartphones
Global shipments of used smartphones are expected to reach 206.7 million units in 2019, a 17.6% increase from last year, according to IDC.