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Apple unseated Samsung from global smartphone market supremacy in Q4 2023
2024 has begun and market analysis firms have now started to release their reports. While Samsung has dominated the global smartphone market throughout 2023, Apple unseated it from the top rank in Q4.
According to IDC, Apple has surpassed Samsung to become the world’s top smartphone vendor in terms of market share in Q4 2023. This isn’t done yet, the bad news is that Apple also defeated Samsung in 2023 overall shipments.
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In the fourth quarter, Apple shipped 80.5 million iPhone units, representing an 11.6% YoY increase. Apple secured the highest 24.7% market share, while Samsung ended up losing 10.9% share YoY in Q4 only.
“While we saw some strong growth from low-end Android players like Transsion and Xiaomi in the second half of 2023, stemming from rapid growth in emerging markets, the biggest winner is clearly Apple,” IDC said.
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Amazon brings a great time for Galaxy S24 Ultra purchase. There’s a stunning deal running for the latest Samsung flagship offering you a pretty big discount. If you own a Galaxy S24 Ultra from Amazon right now, a $250 gift card will be offered for free.
The deal is available for a limited time, hence, make your purchase right now. The free $250 Amazon gift card offer applies to all colors: Titanium Black, Titanium Gray, Titanium Violet, and Titanium Yellow. You can also pick the 512GB version for $1,420 with a free $250 gift card.
Samsung will launch new foldable phones next month. The devices will have the same chipset as the S24 Ultra, but if you prefer bar-type phones, there’s no need to wait anymore. All the new software advancements included in upcoming foldables will be offered to S24 Ultra.
The flagship phone sports a 6.8-inch display Dynamic LTPO 2X AMOLED display. The panel features QHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It’s equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC paired with 12GB of RAM to keep everything to run smoothly.
One UI is stunningly optimized, unlocking a never-before battery life on Samsung flagships. There were big offers during the phone’s launch, which won’t return in any case now. Amazon’s deal offering the $250 gift card is worth considering for potential S24 Ultra buyers.
- Galaxy S24 Ultra with $250 gift card – Buy from Amazon
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 pricing have been tipped for the Europe region. The phones will launch next month, while price-related information has already started to pop up online.
According to SmartPrix, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 could be priced at €2200 for 256GB, €2330 for 512GB, and €2580 for 1TB. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 could cost €1330 for 256GB and €1450 for 512GB variants.
Galaxy Z Fold 6 Europe Price [Leaked]
- 12GB+256GB: €2200
- 12GB+512GB: €2330
- 12GB+1TB: €2580
Galaxy Z Flip 6 Europe Price [Leaked]
- 12GB+256GB: €1330
- 12GB+512GB: €1450
This pricing information is for certain European countries. It should be noted that local VAT and charges make differences in the prices. Converting Euro to USD for any other currency would also present misleading price info.
It’s worth noting that the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 will be introduced on July 10 in Paris. The company has started pre-reservation, which offers exciting discounts, early access to exclusive colors and free Samsung Credit.
Also Read – Galaxy S25 Ultra Design
Galaxy S25 Ultra might ditch sharp corners in favor of rounded ones. It has been revealed by a Samsung insider who has a pretty good track record of revealing information about upcoming Galaxy products.
After three years, the Galaxy S Ultra might get rounded corners back. It is expected that the boxy design won’t be completely abandoned, but the corners would be made slightly rounded for an enhanced in-hand feel.
Also Read – One UI 7
Samsung officially announced this year’s Developer Conference will take place in early October. On the first day of the Conference, the company will introduce the One UI 7 advancements and features for Galaxy consumers.
Meanwhile, we will likely have our first look at the new software by August. Samsung might announce the One UI Beta Program for the Galaxy S24 series, bringing the Android 15 operating system.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra could be equipped with anti-reflective screen technology. The smartwatch is rumored to use anti-reflective coating, an identical feature to the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Ahead of the launch, crucial information about the wearable has been tipped.
According to the info, Samsung might pack the Galaxy Watch Ultra with anti-reflective coating on the screen. It would result in a greatly enhanced user experience over rivals. Apple’s iPhone is already defeated by the S24 Ultra in terms of screen visibility and color vibrance.
For the S24 Ultra, Samsung collaborated with Corning to develop an exclusive Gorilla Armor glass. It significantly reduces reflection and features extra durability. The lower the outside reflection, the better the display will screen colors and hues to the user.
Well, the Galaxy Watch Ultra could feature an anti-reflective coating. Whether it will be a Corning glass or coating material developed by Samsung remains to be known. However, it would be a major upgrade to the Ultra smartwatch, making it stand apart.
The Galaxy Watch Ultra is set to feature an anti-reflective coating.
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Samsung will hold the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 10. The Galaxy Watch Ultra will launch alongside the Galaxy Z Flip 6, Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Watch 7 series, Galaxy Ring and Buds 3 series. These products are rumored to hit market shelves in the third week of the next month.