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Research Firm: Global Smartphone Shipments Fall 20% Year-on-Year in Q3 2026
Omdia, citing its preliminary estimates, said global smartphone shipments declined 20% year-on-year in the third quarter of 2026, a significant widening from the 6% drop recorded in Q2. On a quarter-on-quarter basis, global shipments still contracted, even though several manufacturers released flagship models in Q3 2026. (Sina Finance)
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