Despite high oil prices, an expert warns that Russia's economy is facing a deep crisis, particularly evident in its smartphone market, indicating underlying issues beyond initial appearances.

Qualcomm is set to release its second-quarter earnings report as the global smartphone market continues to face significant declines.

Infinix has officially unveiled its new Note 60 Series smartphones, which feature an AI Matrix Display and are powered by a Snapdragon processor. The launch marks the company's latest offering in the premium smartphone market.

Foxconn is increasingly using AI in its cloud and networking division, which assembles AI servers, to grow its business and decrease its dependence on smartphone market leader Apple.

Oppo's new Find X9 Ultra smartphone, featuring Hasselblad camera technology, is positioned as a strong competitor to Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Samsung Electronics has reclaimed the top position in the global smartphone market during the first quarter, surpassing Apple. Market tracker Omdia reported Samsung's 22 percent market share compared to Apple's 20 percent.

A global shortage of memory chips is reportedly widening the competitive gap within the smartphone market, impacting various manufacturers differently.

Apple's iPhone 16 has secured the top spot as the world's best-selling smartphone for the second quarter in a row, driven by strong demand in markets like Japan and India and competitive pricing. Samsung continues to be a strong competitor in the global smartphone market.

A tech article compares the camera performance of five different smartphones, claiming they offer better quality than the iPhone 17 in the competitive smartphone market.

Samsung continues to dominate the foldable smartphone market, but new rivals are rapidly gaining ground and increasing competition in the segment.

Amazon (AMZN) is reportedly planning to re-enter the smartphone market, more than ten years after the unsuccessful launch of its Fire Phone.

While the overall Chinese smartphone market experienced a 4% decline in the first nine weeks of the year, Apple defied the trend by selling significantly more iPhones compared to the same period in 2025.

India's smartphone market faces a grim outlook as the Middle East crisis impacts demand and supply.

Apple's smartphone sales in China have reportedly surged by 23%, according to Counterpoint, defying a broader decline in the country's smartphone market.

A review of the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion highlights it as a practical and long-lasting option in a competitive smartphone market, balancing design, performance, and battery life.

Two recent reports predict further declines in the smartphone market in 2026, as dwindling memory supplies continue to drive up prices of consumer electronics.

The analytics company "IDC" predicted that the global smartphone market will shrink by 12.9% this year, which is related to an unprecedented shortage of memory chips, reported the agency "Bloomberg".

IDC predicts the smartphone market will experience its largest-ever decline in 2026, primarily driven by a significant surge in memory prices.

OnePlus and Realme are reportedly considering aligning their teams as the smartphone market faces increasing pressure, suggesting a potential strategic move by the companies.

Qualcomm's stock has seen an increase, fueled by investor optimism regarding a potential rebound in the smartphone market and the company's strategic expansion into data-center chip development.

An article discusses five key advantages that Samsung phones possess over other brands in the competitive smartphone market, contributing to their consistent popularity worldwide.

Apple has secured the leading position in the global smartphone market for the March quarter, a first-time achievement attributed to the success of the iPhone 17e and strategic supply-chain management.

Apple has received a substantial boost in the smartphone market, capitalizing on the struggles and stumbling performance of its key rivals.

BNP Paribas has lowered its price target for QUALCOMM (QCOM), citing ongoing weakness in the smartphone market as the primary reason.

Apple's latest decision regarding its potential foldable iPhone is anticipated to significantly impact the future of smartphone design and functionality. This move could redefine user expectations for mobile devices.

Huawei has reportedly surpassed competitors like Apple and Samsung by launching the world's first horizontally 'wide' foldable phone, marking a significant innovation in the smartphone market.

Counterpoint reports that Apple maintains its leadership in the smartphone market, even as overall global shipments experience a decline.

Reports indicate that Apple's foldable iPhone remains on schedule for a September debut, signaling the company's entry into the foldable smartphone market.

Google's Pixel smartphones are reportedly gaining significant ground, leaving Samsung behind in the competitive mobile device market.

Amazon.com is reportedly planning a return to the smartphone market, signaling a potential new venture for the tech giant.

The high-end Android smartphone market sees new competition with Leica introducing a 2000 Euro smartphone featuring a rotating lens ring, alongside new offerings from Xiaomi and Samsung.

Xiaomi's sales growth has reached its slowest pace in years, signaling a broader trend of poor demand within the smartphone market.

Amazon is reportedly working on a new smartphone, codenamed "Transformer," aiming to create a voice-driven mobile hub integrated with Alexa, revisiting its past unsuccessful attempts in the smartphone market.

Dreame has announced its entry into the luxury smartphone market with devices valued up to $15,000, alongside a new series featuring a detachable camera module and a 1-inch sensor.

A review of the Google Pixel 10a praises its quality camera, good software, and long battery life, suggesting it's a strong contender in the lower-cost smartphone market.

The European smartphone market declined by 1 per cent to 134.2 million units in 2025, according to the latest research released by market analysts Omdia. This marked the end of what the firm described as a disruptive year shaped by subdued demand and new eco-design and USB-C regulations. The findings show that Europe’s smartphone shipments […]

The smartphone market, including major players like Samsung and Google, is reportedly facing an unprecedented crisis marked by marginal improvements, growing prices, and potential difficulties for smaller manufacturers.

Smartphone market set for biggest-ever decline in 2026 on memory price surge, IDC says  The Straits Times

Huawei has launched its new Mate 80 Pro smartphone, marking a significant move to re-establish its presence in the global smartphone arena.

Qualcomm's shares have risen amid optimism for a rebound in the smartphone market and the company's strategic push into data-center chips.

The introduction of the Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra is being highlighted as a significant development for the premium smartphone market in Nigeria. The device is expected to usher in a new era of advanced mobile technology in the region.

A tightening memory chip supply is reshaping the global smartphone market, benefiting Samsung Electronics and Apple while squeezing Chinese vendors. Global smartphone shipments are being affected by this crunch.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has reportedly surpassed the iPhone 17 Pro Max in recent Consumer Reports rankings, indicating a strong performance in the smartphone market.

HONOR has opened pre-orders for its new 600 Series, which the company claims will redefine flagship-level performance in the smartphone market segment.

A shortage of DRAM and NAND memory chips, coupled with weakening consumer demand, are the primary factors contributing to negative forecasts for the global smartphone market, indicating a 'Chip Crisis 2.0'.

India's smartphone market experienced its worst start in six years, with a 3% shipment drop in Q1 2026, primarily due to rising component and energy costs pushing phone prices up and impacting demand in the crucial sub-Rs 15,000 segment.

Industry analysts Omdia report that the global smartphone market grew by 1% year-on-year in Q1 2026, exceeding expectations despite rising component costs. However, these cost pressures are now threatening the future demand outlook for smartphones.

The new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has been officially unveiled, entering the premium smartphone market alongside the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, with both models highlighted for their advanced camera capabilities.

Reports suggest a potential first look at the rumored iPhone Fold, indicating Apple's possible entry into the foldable smartphone market.

Analysts are warning of a significant slump in global smartphone shipments, forecasting a 31% decline, as the high demand for AI chips impacts the market.

As Apple celebrates its 50th anniversary, its enduring success is largely attributed to the revolutionary impact of the iPhone, which transformed the smartphone market after the company's earlier innovations with home computers.

Nikkei Asia reports that security features will be the decisive factor in determining the winners of the competitive AI smartphone market, highlighting its importance for consumer trust and adoption.

More than a decade after the unsuccessful Fire Phone, Amazon is reportedly planning a return to the smartphone market with a new device.

The Android smartphone market is described as more diverse and exciting than ever, presenting numerous alternatives to the iPhone, with Leica mentioned as one of the latest options.

Domestic brands gain ground as China’s smartphone market shows resilient, diversified growth  Global Times

Finnish company Jolla is reportedly making a return as a European alternative in the smartphone market, aiming to offer a distinct choice for consumers.

Smartphone shipments are expected to drop 12.9% to 1.12 billion units, the research firm said in a ‌report

According to a new Omdia report, Samsung led the European smartphone market (excluding Russia) in 2025, shipping 46.6 million units and securing a 35% market share, with Apple and Honor showing the highest growth among the top five.