iPhone 16e Helps Apple Take Q1 Top Spot in Global Smartphone Market

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Apple took the number one position in global smartphone sales during the first quarter of 2025, according to new data from Counterpoint Research.

The global smartphone market grew 3% year-over-year in Q1 2025, but Counterpoint has revised its annual forecast and now expects a slight decline for the full year.

It's the first time Apple has taken the top spot during a first quarter, capturing 19% of the global market.

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Author / Journalist: Tim Hardwick

Category: Technology

Markets: United StatesChinaIndiaJapan

Topics: Apple Sales Siri Ipad Macrumors Models Intelligence Market 2025 Iphone Year

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Published On: 2025-04-14 @ 04:58:13 (2 days ago)

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