INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Slowing demand for smartphones will see sales stagnate at the two billion mark as manufacturers place their hopes in 5G-compatible devices
updates to devices are resulting in less frequent equipment refreshes, and the popularity of feature phones are hampering demand in
developing markets.Global smartphone sales"After a challenging 2017, our analysis suggests it's going to be a rough ride for phone-makers
dropping 3 percent year-on-year."Consumers in mature markets have been underwhelmed by the latest crop of flagship smartphones
components for entry-level smartphones and the arrival of affordable feature phones that support 4G networks mean that many people who
delayed.This year worldwide sales of smartphones will top 1.5 billion units for the first time, and by 2022 sales will nudge 1.8 billion
units".The first 5G devices are expected to be available from 2019, with the first commercial networks arriving in the same year
However, the manufacturers pinning their hopes on 5G might have have to be patient as CCS believes momentum will only start in 2021"Although
we expect the first 5G smartphones will hit the market in 2019, really significant demand won't start until 2021, eventually having a
