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Latest IDC quarterly numbers show smartphones due to clear 1 billion shipped in 2013

Latest IDC quarterly numbers show smartphones due to clear 1 billion shipped in 2013

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“The International Data Corporation (IDC)’s latest Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker data shows that smartphone shipments are due to clear 1 billion by year end, the highest level ever, and “representing 39.3% growth over 2012,” according to IDC. “Despite a number of mature markets nearing smartphone saturation, the demand for low-cost computing in emerging markets continues to drive the smartphone market forward. By 2017, total smartphone shipments are expected to approach 1.7 billion units, resulting in a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.4% from 2013 to 2017.”

Falling prices for Android handsets, as well as the computer functionality already mentioned, are cited by IDC as the main adoption drivers.”

Getting one for Christmas?

Stephen

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Posted on: December 21, 2013, 6:23 am Category: Uncategorized

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