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Apple Leads Smartphone Sales in First Quarter, New Data Reveals

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Apple secured the top position in global smartphone sales for the first quarter, powered by the successful launch of the iPhone 16e and growing demand in markets like Japan and India, according to data released by Counterpoint Research on Monday. The company captured 19 percent of the smartphone market, maintaining its lead even as sales in key regions such as the United States, Europe, and China remained flat or declined.

Trailing closely behind, Samsung held an 18 percent share of the global market. Meanwhile, the International Data Corporation (IDC) reported that worldwide smartphone shipments edged up by 1.5 percent in the first quarter. Apple, anticipating potential tariff impacts from US President Donald Trump’s trade policies, had accelerated shipments to the US by organizing chartered cargo flights to ferry up to 1.5 million iPhones from India.

The turbulence in global trade, fueled by Trump’s shifting tariff decisions, has rattled financial markets over the past two weeks, raising fears of a slowing economy and rising inflation. In response to looming tariffs, companies like Apple took swift action to safeguard their supply chains and product availability, a strategy that appeared to pay off during the volatile period.

However, some relief came when Trump announced exemptions for smartphones, computers, and several other electronics from the tariffs on Chinese imports. This move triggered a rally in global tech stocks on Monday. Still, experts, including IDC’s Ryan Reith, cautioned that despite this temporary reprieve, US companies remain heavily dependent on China’s supply chain, leaving them vulnerable to future policy shifts and market disruptions.

Galaxy S25 Edge European Pricing and Storage Options Surface Ahead of Launch

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Pricing and Storage Details Emerge Ahead of Launch

As anticipation builds around the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, new reports suggest that the smartphone may officially debut on May 13. While Samsung has yet to confirm the launch date, the device has already surfaced on multiple European e-commerce websites. These early listings provide insight into potential pricing and storage options, placing the S25 Edge squarely between the Galaxy S25+ and the top-tier Galaxy S25 Ultra in the lineup.

One such listing appeared on Italian retailer Zanetti Shop, revealing both the pricing and available configurations. According to the page, the Galaxy S25 Edge will start at EUR 1,361 (approximately ₹1,27,900) for the 256GB variant. Meanwhile, the 512GB model will be priced at EUR 1,487 (around ₹1,39,800). The device is reportedly set to launch in three colorways — Titanium IcyBlue, Titanium Jetblack, and Titanium Silver — aligning with the hues offered for the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Backing up these claims, another listing from the retail site Epto echoes similar pricing. As per a report from 91Mobiles, the 256GB version of the S25 Edge is listed for EUR 1,363.90 (roughly ₹1,28,200), while the 512GB variant shows a price tag of EUR 1,490 (around ₹1,40,000). These consistent figures across platforms suggest that Samsung may have finalized its pricing strategy in key European markets.

Under the hood, the Galaxy S25 Edge is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset — a customized version of Qualcomm’s high-end processor. This slim-profile flagship is aimed at users who want top-tier performance and design without going all the way to the Ultra model. With leaks steadily building momentum, all eyes are now on Samsung to officially unveil the device and confirm these details.

Samsung Tri-Fold Phone Set for Limited Release, Likely Launching in Just Two Countries

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Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event, the tech giant confirmed its intentions to introduce a multi-fold device, a move that has stirred excitement in the tech community. While Huawei has already made strides in the foldable phone market, Samsung is poised to raise the bar, with its reputation as the global leader in mass-producing foldable smartphones. The company has been rumored to unveil this device alongside its next Galaxy Z Fold series, fueling speculation that it could be a major leap in foldable tech. The device, likely to be called the Galaxy G Fold, is expected to incorporate a tri-fold design, a feature that promises to enhance the overall user experience. New insights suggest that we could see the device hit the market in the latter part of this year, with certain key details about its model numbers and market availability now emerging.

According to SmartPrix, a reliable source in the tech industry, the upcoming tri-fold device is slated for launch within six to seven months, pointing to a potential debut around the fall of 2025. The information comes from the GSM Association database, where Samsung typically registers its devices. Although the company has used in-house codenames to conceal specific model details, SmartPrix managed to track down the relevant information, giving us a clearer picture of what’s to come. While Samsung has kept many details under wraps, these new revelations suggest that the tri-fold device is edging closer to a commercial release.

The Galaxy G Fold is expected to come in two different variants, as evidenced by two distinct model numbers: SM-F968N and SM-F9680. According to the report, Samsung’s naming convention uses the code “F968” for the base model, with the final letter of the code indicating the market for which the device is intended. The ‘N’ in the model number SM-F968N points to the South Korean market, Samsung’s home base, while the ‘O’ in SM-F9680 indicates the Chinese market. This could hint at a more region-specific rollout, with Samsung possibly focusing on select markets first before expanding globally.

In addition to the market variations, it’s also noted that this tri-fold device will carry the “Fold” branding, in line with previous Galaxy Z Fold models. This is a departure from the “W” moniker that Samsung has used for some of its foldable devices in China, suggesting that the G Fold will be a global release rather than a regional one. Despite the intrigue surrounding this new foldable, details on its full specifications and features remain scarce, but if the reports are accurate, Samsung’s Galaxy G Fold could redefine the foldable smartphone landscape later this year.