More Affordable Smartphones Divide the Global Marketplace

The mobile communication subscriber landscape continues to shift and evolve as more markets reach saturation point across the globe. Most vendors have adjusted their product lines to incorporate low-cost mobile phone models that appeal to consumers in emerging nations, but a few still prefer to rely on the perception that their devices are worth a premium price.

via Digital Lifescapes

Smartphone Market in China Still Favors the Affordable Devices

Apple was the top smartphone vendor in China in the first quarter of 2015. Xiaomi slipped to the second position as it faced strong competition from other vendors in the low to mid-range segment of the market, while Huawei maintained third position.

via IDC