According to data released by the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) on January 3, 2025, foreign smartphone brands experienced a significant decline in the Chinese market. In November 2024, shipments of foreign-brand smartphones in China reached just 3.04 million units, compared to 5.769 million units during the same period last year, marking …
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Apple and Other Foreign Smartphone Brands See Decline in China: November 2024 Shipments Drop 47.4% YoY
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OnePlus Ace 5 Pro (OnePlus 13R Overseas): A Performance Powerhouse for Everyday Use
The OnePlus Ace series has long been a favorite among gamers. With the release of the Ace 5 Pro, the brand aims to redefine gaming and performance, setting new benchmarks in a highly competitive market. Let’s explore what makes the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro the ultimate flagship performer for 2024. Sleek Design with Enhanced Visual …
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Redmi Turbo 4: A Comprehensive Upgrade from Turbo 3 in Design, Display, and Performance
Redmi Turbo 4: A Comprehensive Upgrade in Design, Display, and Performance Redmi, a subsidiary of Xiaomi, has unveiled its highly anticipated new year flagship smartphone, the Redmi Turbo 4. While the device has garnered significant attention from users eager to make it their next smartphone, debates about its pricing have surfaced. To help users better …
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OPPO Find N5 (OnePlus Open 2) Fully Revealed: Specs, Features, and Release Timeline
OPPO Find N5 (OnePlus Open 2) Fully Revealed On December 28, Smartprix unveiled renders of the OnePlus Open 2, the international version of the OPPO Find N5. Alongside the images, key specifications of this upcoming foldable smartphone were disclosed. According to OPPO’s strategy, the OnePlus Open 2 and OPPO Find N5 will share identical configurations …
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OPPO A5 Pro Review: The Most Durable Smartphone with IP69 Certification
December 24 – OPPO has officially launched the OPPO A5 Pro, priced at 1999 CNY for the 8GB+256GB version. Compared to the OPPO A3 Pro, the A5 Pro brings significant upgrades in durability, water resistance, and drop protection. The device also boasts improvements in signal reception, battery life, and user experience. Now available for pre-order, …
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Foldable iPhone Expected to Launch in September 2026 with Advanced Hinge Design
December 27 – According to South Korean media outlet Kipost, Apple is set to release its first foldable iPhone in September 2026. The device will feature a clamshell-style foldable design, similar to flagship foldables like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold series. Production is expected to reach an annual volume of 15 to 20 million units. …
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OnePlus Ace 5 Pro (OnePlus 13R Series) Review: Redefining the Ultimate Gaming Smartphone
December 26, as 2024 comes to a close, OnePlus has officially launched the Ace 5 series. Among them, the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro stands out with its latest Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and focus on gaming performance, marketed as an “All-in Gaming” device. Featuring a flat-screen design and cutting-edge features, it aims to deliver a …
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Understanding the Relationships Between Major Chinese Smartphone Brands
China’s smartphone market is one of the largest and most competitive in the world, with brands like Xiaomi, OPPO, Vivo, Huawei, and Honor gaining global recognition. For Western customers, understanding the relationships between these brands and their respective sub-brands can provide valuable insight into their strategies, product lines, and operating systems (OS). 1. Xiaomi and …
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Global Smartphone Sales Rankings: Huawei at Tenth, Xiaomi Third, Motorola Emerges as the Dark Horse
December 25, 2024 – Market research firm Omdia has released its Q3 2024 global smartphone rankings, revealing key trends in the industry. The quarter saw a total shipment of 309.9 million units, marking a modest year-over-year growth of 2.6%. Among the highlights, Motorola emerged as the standout performer with a 37.3% growth rate, while Huawei …
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