• FDM CCS Insight’s Predictions for 2023 and Beyond Revealed

    FDM CCS Insight’s Predictions for 2023 and Beyond Revealed

    London, 18 October 2022: FDM CCS Insight has produced its latest set of 100 predictions that share its expectations for the technology landscape in 2023 and beyond. This year the research team has focused on potential changes ahead for the digital world, for the digital society, and for the digital self. Focus areas include sustainability, ...

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  • Mobile Phone Demand Set to Face Further Challenges in 2023

    Mobile Phone Demand Set to Face Further Challenges in 2023

    Worldwide shipments of mobile phones are set to decline by 2% in 2023, from an already weak year in 2022, in which they will drop by 10% as the rising cost of living suppresses demand.5G remains on an upward trajectory, but weak sales of mobile phones will result in lower uptake of the latest technology.Provided ...

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  • Wearables Demand Falls Worldwide as Cost of Living Bites

    Wearables Demand Falls Worldwide as Cost of Living Bites

    The weak economic outlook and rising cost of living are hitting demand for smartwatches and fitness bands, with global shipments forecast to fall by 7% in 2022.New adoption and replacement purchases in 2022 and 2023 are set to be limited by stretched budgets.Market recovery is forecast for 2024 and beyond as economies improve and interest ...

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  • Economic Uncertainties Dampen Outlook for Virtual and Augmented Devices, But Long-Term Potential Remains Strong

    Economic Uncertainties Dampen Outlook for Virtual and Augmented Devices, But Long-Term Potential Remains Strong

    FDM CCS Insight forecasts that 14 million virtual and augmented reality devices will be sold in 2022, growing more than sixfold to 88 million in 2026.A raft of new smart glasses launching in 2023 will kick-start the consumer augmented reality segment, and standalone virtual reality headsets will continue to sell well.Investment in immersive content and ...

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  • Circular Economy for Used Smartphones Worth $13.3 Billion in 2021

    Circular Economy for Used Smartphones Worth $13.3 Billion in 2021

    Sales of second-hand smartphones generated over $13 billion of revenue for organized commercial resellers in 2021.The average resale price of a pre-owned iPhone was higher than that of brand-new models.Tightening budgets and a focus on sustainability will ensure strong growth over the next five years. London, 16 June 2022: New research from FDM CCS Insight ...

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  • 5G Connections to Exceed 1 Billion in 2022, Despite Economic Turbulence

    5G Connections to Exceed 1 Billion in 2022, Despite Economic Turbulence

    Momentum for 5G remains robust as post-pandemic network launches are set to spur connection growth in 2022. However, progress is being slowed by the macroeconomic climate.Connections to 5G networks are set to reach 1.2 billion by the end of 2022, nearly doubling from 2021. A third of worldwide network connections in 2026 are expected to ...

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  • FDM CCS Insight Growth Continues with Expanded Team and New Products

    FDM CCS Insight Growth Continues with Expanded Team and New Products

    Simon Bryant to lead new worldwide research programmes offering rich data to clients Partnership with Global mobile Suppliers Association strengthened First report on the circular economy for smartphones now available London, 5 May 2022. Technology research firm FDM CCS Insight is continuing its growth trajectory with the unveiling of fresh research streams and a new ...

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  • Phone Sales Hit as Inflation and Low Confidence Tighten Purse Strings

    Phone Sales Hit as Inflation and Low Confidence Tighten Purse Strings

    Mobile phone shipments are projected to grow by 2.9% in 2022 — a muted recovery following two difficult years A negative global economic outlook, hardened by the war in Ukraine, is set to slow the mobile phone market in 2022, failing to recover to pre-pandemic levels Improvements in component availability will aid growth in 2022, ...

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  • Survey Shows Employee Experience on a Knife Edge as Hybrid Work Looms

    Survey Shows Employee Experience on a Knife Edge as Hybrid Work Looms

    London, 31 March 2022: Global analyst firm FDM CCS Insight has revealed the findings of its annual Employee Workplace Technology Survey, which underline the shifting behaviours in the workforce as businesses emerge from the pandemic. However, the survey also signposts potential challenges facing businesses over the next couple of years as they get to grips ...

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  • Green Concerns Prompt Manufacturers to Adjust Their Strategies

    Green Concerns Prompt Manufacturers to Adjust Their Strategies

    One in two people believe manufacturers should make longer lasting products to help the environment Growing environmental awareness may lead to reduced demand for new devices Companies have an opportunity to stand out by embracing sustainability London, 9 March 2022: Today, almost three in five people consider themselves to be more environmentally conscious than they ...

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