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Apple’s Low-Cost MacBook Launch Timeline Surfaces; Could Feature iPhone 16 Pro’s Chipset
Apple has long been rumoured to launch a non-flagship MacBook to compete with other brands in the affordable laptop market. The purported model could finally see the light of day in 2026, according to a recent note by a market research firm. It is expected to feature a 12.9-inch display, similar to select iPad Air and iPad Pro models, and slot belo...
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Global Smartphone Shipments to Slightly Shrink in 2026 Due to RAM Shortage, Higher Component Costs: Report
The Random Access Memory (RAM) prices have reportedly been increasing since the beginning of 2025, as manufacturers have started redirecting the supply towards the AI industry. This is causing a supply shortage of memory components for the smartphone industry, increasing input costs for various OEMs. The market research firm Counterpoint Research h...
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iPhone 16 Tops List of Best-Selling Smartphones in Q3 2025 as Apple, Samsung Lead the Market
Apple topped the global best-selling smartphones list in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, according to a report by a market research firm. The Cupertino-based tech giant took the top four spots, headlined by multiple models from its iPhone 16 series. Samsung also had five models among the top 10 best-selling smartphones, but none from its flagship G...
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Global Foldable Shipments Increase in Q3 2025 as Samsung Retains Market Lead: Counterpoint
Global foldable smartphone shipments increased by 14 percent year-on-year (YoY) in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, according to a report by a market research firm. The growth is attributed to the adoption of foldable smartphones across premium-focused segments. The market analysis reveals that book-style foldable models were amongst the most popula...
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Strong iPhone 17 Sales to Help Apple Surpass Samsung as Global Leader in Smartphone Shipments: Report
Apple is poised to top the list of best-selling smartphones in the global markets in 2025, according to a report by a market research firm. The Cupertino-based tech giant is estimated to have a 19.4 percent market share, overtaking Samsung as the global leader in terms of smartphone shipments. The China-based original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)...
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Apple's First Foldable iPhone Said to Be Priced Higher Than Top-of-the-Line iPhone 17 Pro Max Variant
Apple's rumoured foldable smartphone, dubbed iPhone Fold, is expected to launch globally in September 2026, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. While the Cupertino-based tech giant has yet to confirm the development of the handset, the estimated price has surfaced online, thanks to a market research firm. As per a report, the purport...
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India’s Smartphone Shipments Grew 5 Percent YoY in Q3 2025; Apple Enters List of Top 5 Phone Makers: Counterpoint
India's smartphone market witnessed a year-on-year (YoY) growth of 5 percent by volume and 18 percent by value in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, according to Counterpoint Research's Monthly India Smartphone Tracker. The report highlights that this marks a value-led shift in consumer behaviour. Moreover, Apple has entered the list of the top five s...
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High Levels Of Lead Found In Popular Protein Powders In US, Alarming New Report Reveals
Out of the 23 products tested, researchers found that over two-thirds contained more lead in a single serving than the recommended daily safety limit.
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Ghost of Yotei Sony's 'Strongest' PS5 Launch Since Spider-Man 2, Sells 1.6 Million Copies: Report
Ghost of Yotei has reportedly sold through over 1.6 million copies, according to data from markets research firm Alinea Analytics. The game has reportedly become Sony's "strongest" PS5 first-party launch since Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
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Hollow Knight: Silksong Has Reportedly Crossed 5 Million Players in 3 Days
Hollow Knight: Silksong is a massive hit on all platforms. The hotly anticipated indie title has reportedly crossed five million players across all supported platforms. The game has also sold over three million copies on Steam alone in just three days. According to market research data, Silksong has generated $50 million in revenue on Steam so far.
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Global Premium Smartphone Sales Hit Record High in H1 2025 as Google Re-Enters Top Five: Counterpoint
Global premium smartphone sales grew eight percent YoY in H1 2025, according to Counterpoint Research. Apple retained its top position with a 62 percent market share, followed by Samsung, Huawei and Xiaomi. Google climbed to the fifth spot this time, thanks to strong Pixel 9 sales, which doubled YoY.
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India’s Mobile Shipments Saw 8 Percent Growth In Q2 2025, iPhone 16 Leads the Charts: Report
In the second quarter of 2025, India’s smartphone market grew 8 percent from the same quarter last year. This comes after the country saw “muted” growth in the first quarter, according to a market research firm. This growth is being attributed to the 33 percent year-on-year (YoY) growth in new mobile launches, aggressive marketing, and steady...
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CloudSEK Researchers Expose Social Media-Based Counterfeit Currency Network, Unmasks Perpetrators
CloudSEK, a cybersecurity firm, announced that it has unmasked a syndicate involved in printing and selling counterfeit Indian currency. As per the firm, the group was marketing the fake notes via social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram, and even used authentic marketing channels such as Meta ads. As per the report shared by the compa...
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India Smartphone Shipments Rise 7 Percent YoY in Q2, Vivo Secures Top Spot: Canalys
India's smartphone shipments experienced a 7 percent year-over-year (YoY) growth in shipments in Q2 2025, as per a new report by market research firm Canalys. Vivo led the market with a 21 percent share, while Samsung secured second place. Oppo, Xiaomi, and Realme rounded out the top five.
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Global Smartwatch Shipments Dip 2 Percent YoY in Q1 2025, While China Sees Growth: Counterpoint
According to a report by Counterpoint Research, global smartwatch shipments fell 2 percent YoY in Q1 2025, marking the fifth straight quarterly decline, driven by slowing demand in India and reduced Apple shipments. China's smartwatch shipments, led by Huawei, Imoo, and Xiaomi, grew 37 percent YoY. Despite a continued decline, Apple held the top sp...
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Apple’s Low-Cost MacBook Launch Timeline Surfaces; Could Feature iPhone 16 Pro’s Chipset
Apple has long been rumoured to launch a non-flagship MacBook to compete with other brands in the affordable laptop market. The purported model could finally see the light of day in 2026, according to a recent note by a market research firm. It is expected to feature a 12.9-inch display, similar to select iPad Air and iPad Pro models, and slot belo...
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Global Smartphone Shipments to Slightly Shrink in 2026 Due to RAM Shortage, Higher Component Costs: Report
The Random Access Memory (RAM) prices have reportedly been increasing since the beginning of 2025, as manufacturers have started redirecting the supply towards the AI industry. This is causing a supply shortage of memory components for the smartphone industry, increasing input costs for various OEMs. The market research firm Counterpoint Research h...
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iPhone 16 Tops List of Best-Selling Smartphones in Q3 2025 as Apple, Samsung Lead the Market
Apple topped the global best-selling smartphones list in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, according to a report by a market research firm. The Cupertino-based tech giant took the top four spots, headlined by multiple models from its iPhone 16 series. Samsung also had five models among the top 10 best-selling smartphones, but none from its flagship G...
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Global Foldable Shipments Increase in Q3 2025 as Samsung Retains Market Lead: Counterpoint
Global foldable smartphone shipments increased by 14 percent year-on-year (YoY) in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, according to a report by a market research firm. The growth is attributed to the adoption of foldable smartphones across premium-focused segments. The market analysis reveals that book-style foldable models were amongst the most popula...
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Strong iPhone 17 Sales to Help Apple Surpass Samsung as Global Leader in Smartphone Shipments: Report
Apple is poised to top the list of best-selling smartphones in the global markets in 2025, according to a report by a market research firm. The Cupertino-based tech giant is estimated to have a 19.4 percent market share, overtaking Samsung as the global leader in terms of smartphone shipments. The China-based original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)...
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Apple's First Foldable iPhone Said to Be Priced Higher Than Top-of-the-Line iPhone 17 Pro Max Variant
Apple's rumoured foldable smartphone, dubbed iPhone Fold, is expected to launch globally in September 2026, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. While the Cupertino-based tech giant has yet to confirm the development of the handset, the estimated price has surfaced online, thanks to a market research firm. As per a report, the purport...
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India’s Smartphone Shipments Grew 5 Percent YoY in Q3 2025; Apple Enters List of Top 5 Phone Makers: Counterpoint
India's smartphone market witnessed a year-on-year (YoY) growth of 5 percent by volume and 18 percent by value in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, according to Counterpoint Research's Monthly India Smartphone Tracker. The report highlights that this marks a value-led shift in consumer behaviour. Moreover, Apple has entered the list of the top five s...
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High Levels Of Lead Found In Popular Protein Powders In US, Alarming New Report Reveals
Out of the 23 products tested, researchers found that over two-thirds contained more lead in a single serving than the recommended daily safety limit.
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Ghost of Yotei Sony's 'Strongest' PS5 Launch Since Spider-Man 2, Sells 1.6 Million Copies: Report
Ghost of Yotei has reportedly sold through over 1.6 million copies, according to data from markets research firm Alinea Analytics. The game has reportedly become Sony's "strongest" PS5 first-party launch since Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
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Hollow Knight: Silksong Has Reportedly Crossed 5 Million Players in 3 Days
Hollow Knight: Silksong is a massive hit on all platforms. The hotly anticipated indie title has reportedly crossed five million players across all supported platforms. The game has also sold over three million copies on Steam alone in just three days. According to market research data, Silksong has generated $50 million in revenue on Steam so far.
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Global Premium Smartphone Sales Hit Record High in H1 2025 as Google Re-Enters Top Five: Counterpoint
Global premium smartphone sales grew eight percent YoY in H1 2025, according to Counterpoint Research. Apple retained its top position with a 62 percent market share, followed by Samsung, Huawei and Xiaomi. Google climbed to the fifth spot this time, thanks to strong Pixel 9 sales, which doubled YoY.
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India’s Mobile Shipments Saw 8 Percent Growth In Q2 2025, iPhone 16 Leads the Charts: Report
In the second quarter of 2025, India’s smartphone market grew 8 percent from the same quarter last year. This comes after the country saw “muted” growth in the first quarter, according to a market research firm. This growth is being attributed to the 33 percent year-on-year (YoY) growth in new mobile launches, aggressive marketing, and steady...
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CloudSEK Researchers Expose Social Media-Based Counterfeit Currency Network, Unmasks Perpetrators
CloudSEK, a cybersecurity firm, announced that it has unmasked a syndicate involved in printing and selling counterfeit Indian currency. As per the firm, the group was marketing the fake notes via social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram, and even used authentic marketing channels such as Meta ads. As per the report shared by the compa...
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India Smartphone Shipments Rise 7 Percent YoY in Q2, Vivo Secures Top Spot: Canalys
India's smartphone shipments experienced a 7 percent year-over-year (YoY) growth in shipments in Q2 2025, as per a new report by market research firm Canalys. Vivo led the market with a 21 percent share, while Samsung secured second place. Oppo, Xiaomi, and Realme rounded out the top five.
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Global Smartwatch Shipments Dip 2 Percent YoY in Q1 2025, While China Sees Growth: Counterpoint
According to a report by Counterpoint Research, global smartwatch shipments fell 2 percent YoY in Q1 2025, marking the fifth straight quarterly decline, driven by slowing demand in India and reduced Apple shipments. China's smartwatch shipments, led by Huawei, Imoo, and Xiaomi, grew 37 percent YoY. Despite a continued decline, Apple held the top sp...
