This report analyzes the prospects of the global handset market in 2011, provides our projection of the total volume sell-through globally and per region, a five-year smartphone forecast, vendors’ market shares and an analysis of operating systems in the context of the competitive global handsets market. Finally, the report provides profiles for several ultra-low cost handsets including: Nokia 1616, Samsung E1170, ZTE’s S306, Spice M4250, Maxx MX170 and Samsung E2530.
Introduction
Handset Sales Expected to Boom, Especially in Emerging Markets
A. Ultra-low cost basic handsets will be in highest demand in 2011
B. Smartphones are becoming a commodity in many regions; the under $150 models will further spur the demand for low-end models in 2011
C. Symbian will maintain its scale throughout 2011, but Android is poised for much faster growth
Market Detail
Case study: Nokia 1616
Case study: Samsung E1170
Case study: ZTE S306
Case study: Spice M4250
Case study: Maxx MX170
Case study: Samsung E2530
Conclusions
Key findings
Recommendations
Related Resources
Handset Sales Expected to Boom, Especially in Emerging Markets
A. Ultra-low cost basic handsets will be in highest demand in 2011
B. Smartphones are becoming a commodity in many regions; the under $150 models will further spur the demand for low-end models in 2011
C. Symbian will maintain its scale throughout 2011, but Android is poised for much faster growth
Market Detail
Case study: Nokia 1616
Case study: Samsung E1170
Case study: ZTE S306
Case study: Spice M4250
Case study: Maxx MX170
Case study: Samsung E2530
Conclusions
Key findings
Recommendations
Related Resources
