14-year wait to end soon: How iPhone 17 series may help Apple beat Samsung in global shipments
Apple is projected to surpass Samsung in smartphone shipments for the first time in 14 years in 2025, with nearly 243 million iPhones expected to ship. This success is driven by strong iPhone 17 series sales and a consumer upgrade cycle. Analysts predict Apple will maintain this lead through 2029, supported by a robust second-hand market and future product innovations.
Apple is projected to surpass Samsung in smartphone shipments for the first time in 14 years in 2025, with nearly 243 million iPhones expected to ship. This success is driven by strong iPhone 17 series sales and a consumer upgrade cycle. Analysts predict Apple will maintain this lead through 2029, supported by a robust second-hand market and future product innovations.
