According to reports by CNBC and Bloomberg, Counterpoint Research forecasts that Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup is poised to surpass Samsung as the leading phone manufacturer globally this year. The research estimates that Apple is set to ship 243 million phones in 2025, slightly edging out Samsung’s 235 million, giving Apple a 19.4 percent share of the global smartphone market, just under 1 percent ahead of Samsung.
The iPhone 17 series has reportedly seen a 12 percent increase in sales during its initial four weeks compared to the previous iPhone 16 lineup. Despite concerns over tariffs, the new iPhones have performed well in the market.
Analysts have presented varying perspectives on phone shipment leadership in recent years, but Counterpoint’s analysis suggests that this could mark the first time in 14 years that Apple overtakes Samsung in phone shipments. The sales figures for the iPhone 17 lineup indicate that issues such as the reception for the iPhone Air and Apple’s advancements in AI technology have not hindered overall sales. Looking ahead, Apple is planning to introduce a more affordable ’17e’ model next spring and explore the launch of its first foldable iPhone.
Source: The Verge