Global smartphone shipments fell 11% in the second quarter, marking their lowest level for the period since 2013, as a prolonged memory chip shortage drove up handset prices and weakened demand, according to Counterpoint Research. Apple increased shipments by 3% to reach a record 20% global market share, while Samsung remained the top vendor with a 24% share.
SMARTPHONE MARKET: Global Shipments Hit Lowest Q2 Level Since 2013 As Apple Gains Share, Samsung Remains No. 1
