Some global quick mobile market observations

Global smartphone shipments declined 4percent annually in CY 2018. Emerging markets growth could not offset the decline in developed markets.
Chinese Players HOVX (Huawei, OPPO, vivo, Xiaomi) continue to defy market decline ending the year with positive growth.
Top 10 OEMs contribute almost 77percent of the global smartphone market, thereby leaving 600+ brands competing for the remaining 22percent of the market.
Samsung led the smartphone market by volume, while Nokia HMD, Huawei and Tecno were among the fastest growing brands during the quarter.
Apple iPhone shipments declined 4percent during the CY18 but overall 2018 revenues for iPhone grew 6percent.

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