Global Smartphone Shipments at Risk in 2026 as RAM Shortages and Higher Costs Hit Budget and Mid-Range Phones
The global smartphone industry is heading toward a potential slowdown in 2026, as rising memory prices and higher component costs begin to reshape manufacturing strategies and consumer pricing. According to a revised forecast by market research firm Counterpoint Research, worldwide smartphone shipments are expected to contract slightly next year, signalling a shift after years of post-pandemic recovery.
This projection comes at a time when leading smartphone brands are already increasing prices for flagship devices, and mid-range and budget segments are facing growing cost pressures due to shortages of critical components such as DRAM.
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Global Smartphone Shipments at Risk in 2026 as RAM Shortages and Higher Costs Hit Budget and Mid-Range Phones
The global smartphone industry is heading toward a potential slowdown in 2026, as rising memory prices and higher component costs begin to reshape manufacturing strategies and consumer pricing. According to a revised forecast by market research firm Counterpoint Research, worldwide smartphone shipments are expected to contract slightly next year, signalling a shift after years of post-pandemic recovery.
This projection comes at a time when leading smartphone brands are already increasing prices for flagship devices, and mid-range and budget segments are facing growing cost pressures due to shortages of critical components such as DRAM.
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