Many industry analysts believe that due to global uncertainty and weak demand, the total global smartphone shipments in 2022 will be lower than those in 2021. however, according to IDC analysis , although it will be affected in this context, apple, which owns the iPhone, may be the "least affected supplier"**
According to the report of the analysis company, the shipment of smart phones will drop to 1.31 billion in 2022, a year-on-year decrease of 3.5%. The company's experts explained that there are many reasons for the weakness of the smartphone market this year, including inflation and global geopolitical tensions. However, the increase of covid-19 cases will certainly have a significant impact on the market. As a result of these blockades and global uncertainty, both demand and supply have decreased.
Although all technology companies are affected by these conditions, IDC believes that Apple The impact will be less than that of its competitors. This is because Apple has more control over its supply chain, while most high-priced consumers are less affected by inflation and other economic problems.
It is estimated that the largest decline in the smart phone market in 2022 will be in Europe, with a 22% drop in shipments. In China, the market is expected to decline by 11.5% by the end of the year, while the rest of Asia is expected to grow slightly by 3%.
Fortunately, IDC expects that the decrease in smartphone shipments will be temporary and the market will soon resume growth. The analysis company predicts that the smartphone industry will grow by 5% next year. IDC also believes that the semiconductor supply problem will be alleviated in the second half of 2022, which will have a positive impact on smartphone shipments.