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Global Smartphone Shipments Grew 2% in 2025 to 1.25 Billion Units
Omdia reports the market reached its highest annual level since peaking, with 4Q25 up 4% YoY due to seasonal demand. Samsung, Apple, Xiaomi led, while vivo entered top 4 and HONOR, Lenovo hit records.
Headwinds from rising DRAM and NAND costs threaten 2026 growth.
Smartphone SoC Shipments to Decline 7% in 2026 Due to Memory Prices
Counterpoint forecasts a slowdown from RAM shortages prioritizing AI data centers, hitting low-end segments hardest. Premiumization drives double-digit revenue growth with 2nm chips emerging.
Apple, Qualcomm to benefit most, followed by MediaTek and Samsung.
Nothing Skips Flagship Phone (4) in 2026, Focuses on Phone (4a)
CEO Carl Pei confirmed no sequel to polarizing Phone (3), prioritizing significant upgrades over annual releases. Phone (4a) series promises evolved display, camera, performance with bold colors and premium materials.
Prices to rise due to RAM shortages; Phone (3) remains current flagship.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max Launches with 9,000mAh Battery and Dimensity 9500s
Xiaomi's new phone debuts in China as world's first with MediaTek Dimensity 9500s SoC after extensive teasers. It features a massive battery for endurance leadership in mid-range segment.
Full specs highlight power efficiency and performance gains.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Pricing Leaked, Ultra Gets Cheaper in EU
Leaks reveal EU pricing ahead of February launch, with Galaxy S26 Ultra seeing a price drop. Series expected to bring advanced features amid competitive flagship race.
Ties into broader S26 lineup hype.
Motorola Unveils Moto G17, G17 Power, G77, and G67 Mid-Rangers
New Moto G series includes Helio G81 Extreme SoC on G17 models and 50MP cameras. G77 and G67 share specs but differ in cameras and features.
Renders confirm designs post-leaks.
7 Major Smartphone Launches Scheduled for February 2026
Upcoming include Samsung Galaxy S26, iQOO 15 Ultra/15R, Vivo V70, Google Pixel 10a, Apple iPhone 17e. iQOO 15R's Dark Knight variant teased for India launch on Feb 24.
Expands to Xiaomi, realme, OnePlus per reports.
Huawei Pura X2 Tipped with Larger Inner and Cover Screens
Successor to Pura X features expanded displays per Weibo tipster. Builds on foldable innovation amid Huawei's China market rebound.
Expected to challenge premium foldable segment.
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro Rumored with Bigger 5,080mAh Battery
Leak claims 50W charging, Snapdragon 7-series, 12GB RAM, 256GB storage. Aligns with CEO's evolution promise despite component hikes.
Faces mid-range rivals like Galaxy A57, Pixel 10a.
Omdia Warns of 2026 Market Contraction, Vendors Shift to Profitability
Escalating semiconductor costs per 'DRAM Eats Smartphones' report to prioritize margins and new revenues. vivo, OPPO restructure; Nothing grew 86% in 2025.
Agility key for upgrade switchers in disruption.
Global Premiumization Boosts Chipset Revenue Despite Volume Drop
One in three smartphones over $500; flagships shift to 2nm like Samsung Exynos 2600. MediaTek gains in premium Android; HBM prioritizes hit low-end.
Counterpoint sees revenue surge.