Report: iPhone Ultra set to account for 25% of foldable smartphone shipments in 2026
Apple could account for one in four foldable smartphone shipments in 2026 In a report published this week, Counterpoint Research forecasts that Samsung will retain its lead in global foldable smartphone shipments in 2026, despite its share falling from 40% in 2025 to 32%. Apple is expected to debut in second place with a 25% share, narrowly ahead of Huawei at 24%, down from 30% last year. Motorola is projected to follow with 8%, down from 12%, while HONOR’s share is expected to fall from 7% to 3%.
- ▪Apple could account for one in four foldable smartphone shipments in 2026 In a report published this week, Counterpoint Research forecasts that Samsung will retain its lead in global foldable smartphone shipments in 2026, despite its share
- ▪Apple is expected to debut in second place with a 25% share, narrowly ahead of Huawei at 24%, down from 30% last year.
- ▪Motorola is projected to follow with 8%, down from 12%, while HONOR’s share is expected to fall from 7% to 3%.
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