Apple's new iPhone 14 series, launched in September, is expected to lift smartphones sales in the fourth quarter, according to Counterpoint Research. Photo: Antonie Robertson / The National
Apple's new iPhone 14 series, launched in September, is expected to lift smartphones sales in the fourth quarter, according to Counterpoint Research. Photo: Antonie Robertson / The National

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Global smartphone shipments hit 8-year low in third quarter

Apple was the only top vendor to improve in the period, with the sector facing another annual decline

Alvin R Cabral
Alvin R Cabral

October 29, 2022