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Smartphone Sales Set to Soar with 5G, AI Demand

1/2/2025

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The smartphone market is poised for a remarkable surge in 2025, fueled by the insatiable demand for 5G connectivity and cutting-edge AI features. IDC predicts a 13.2% jump in global sales of 5G devices and an astonishing 73% increase in AI-powered smartphones, with shipments projected to soar to 912 million units by 2028.

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The smartphone market is poised for a remarkable surge in 2025, fueled by the insatiable demand for 5G connectivity and cutting-edge AI features. IDC predicts a 13.2% jump in global sales of 5G devices and an astonishing 73% increase in AI-powered smartphones, with shipments projected to soar to 912 million units by 2028.