US smartphone shipments declined YoY for the fourth straight quarter in Q3 2023 amid weak consumer demand.
Google, Samsung and TCL were among the brands recording the steepest YoY declines, while Motorola and Nokia HMD managed growth amid a challenging market environment.
Apple’s iPhone shipments declined 11% YoY, in part due to the later launch date of the iPhone 15 series compared to the iPhone 14 series.
Weak upgrade rates at the carriers were the main source of weak smartphone shipments, signaling that consumers are opting to hold on to their devices for longer.
I have been on a 3 year replacement cycle of unlocked phones for most of the last decade on my personal phones. I buy whatever lower mid-range android phone looks the best at the time.
My workphone is a flagship due to the insane business discounts they get ($320 for a S23 at launch).
I am currently carrying a Nokia G50 and the S23. I honestly don’t see much difference in daily performance. The G50 makes clearer phone calls. The S23 is a little bit faster.
I am debating going to a 4 year cycle now.