Global smartphone market grows 2% in Q3 over Q2; Apple’s iPhone share at 16%

Global smartphone sell-through volumes fell 8% YoY in Q3 2023, the ninth consecutive quarter to record a decline, but grew 2% QoQ, according to the latest research from Counterpoint’s Market Pulse service. Volumes declined YoY largely due to slower than expected recovery in consumer demand. But the market’s QoQ growth, especially the positive performance in September despite one full week less of sales of Apple’s new iPhone 15 lineup, is likely a sign of positive news ahead, Co