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Jitesh Ubrani is a noted author specialising in the analysis of the technology market, particularly focusing on PCs, tablets, smart home devices, and wearables. His columns extensively cover the dynamic shifts and trends in these markets, often deriving insights from comprehensive data studies conducted by IDC. Ubrani’s work frequently discusses how factors like global economic conditions, consumer demand, and technological innovations influence market movements and device shipments. His expertise offers valuable foresights into potential highs and lows in the tech landscape, making his analyses crucial for understanding future market directions.

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Tablet shipments down 29.9% as demand continues to weaken
Data Analytics

Tablet shipments down 29.9% as demand continues to weaken

Global tablet shipments decline by 29.9% in Q2 2023, with weak demand and low consumer confidence, according to IDC. Apple leads, Samsung ranks second.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2023
Weak demand and changing IT budgets causes drop in PC shipments
Supply Chain

Weak demand and changing IT budgets causes drop in PC shipments

Global PC shipments continue to decline, falling 13.4% in 2Q23, marking the sixth consecutive quarter of contraction, according to IDC.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jul 2023
Smart home devices market hits a slump, APAC opportunities remain
Smart Home

Smart home devices market hits a slump, APAC opportunities remain

Global shipments of smart home devices are expected to remain low until 2024, after experiencing a decline in Q1 2023, according to IDC.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2023
AR/VR headset shipments down in Q1 2023, according to IDC
AR, VR & Metaverse

AR/VR headset shipments down in Q1 2023, according to IDC

According to IDC, AR/VR headset shipments will slow in Q1 2023 as the market awaits wide availability of next-generation headsets.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Sat, 3rd Jun 2023
Global PC shipments drop in Q1 2023 due to poor demand: IDC
Network Infrastructure

Global PC shipments drop in Q1 2023 due to poor demand: IDC

Weak demand, excess inventory, and a worsening macroeconomic climate were all contributing factors for drop in PC shipments Q1 2023, according to the IDC.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Apr 2023
Smart home device shipments fell in 2022, but return to growth expected in 2023
Smart Home

Smart home device shipments fell in 2022, but return to growth expected in 2023

Global smart home device shipments declined in 2022, with smart TVs experiencing the largest drop, according to IDC.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Apr 2023
Global shipments of wearable devices to rebound in 2023: IDC
Wearables

Global shipments of wearable devices to rebound in 2023: IDC

After the market's first-ever contraction in 2022, global shipments of wearables are to reach 442.7 million devices this year, growing 6.3% year over year.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Mar 2023
PC and tablet markets on the decline, millions of units down - IDC
PC Market

PC and tablet markets on the decline, millions of units down - IDC

Declining demand and challenging macro-economic conditions have caused IDC to further lower its forecast for the worldwide PC and tablet markets.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2023
Pandemic boom for PCs well and truly over - IDC report
PC Hardware

Pandemic boom for PCs well and truly over - IDC report

Global shipments for traditional PCs fell below expectations as 67.2 million PCs were shipped in Q4 2022, down 28.1% from the prior year.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Jan 2023
Wearables growth to stall as macroeconomic pressures continue
Wearables

Wearables growth to stall as macroeconomic pressures continue

The downturn in 2022 was brought on by difficult year-over-year comparisons following the market's dramatic growth during the first two years of the pandemic.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Dec 2022
Smart home market struggling - IDC releases quarterly report
Smart Home

Smart home market struggling - IDC releases quarterly report

Worsening macroeconomic conditions have led to a reduction in the outlook for global smart home device shipments according to IDC.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Dec 2022
AR and VR shipments decline, but 2023 growth expected - IDC
AR, VR & Metaverse

AR and VR shipments decline, but 2023 growth expected - IDC

IDC has revealed its outlook for augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) headsets for the remainder of 2022 and beyond.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Dec 2022
Global PC shipments decline another 15% in 3Q22 – IDC
Lenovo

Global PC shipments decline another 15% in 3Q22 – IDC

Shipment volumes remain well above pre-pandemic levels when PC volumes were largely driven by commercial refreshes.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Oct 2022
IDC data shows significant decline in wearable tech shipments
Supply Chain

IDC data shows significant decline in wearable tech shipments

New research from IDC through IDC Tracker has revealed the wearable technology market has faced a challenging second quarter.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Sep 2022
PC and tablet shipments set to decline in 2022 and 2023
PC Hardware

PC and tablet shipments set to decline in 2022 and 2023

Tumultuous times are ahead for the PC and tablet markets, according to a new forecast from the International Data Corporation.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd Sep 2022
Worldwide shipments of PCs fall by more than 15% in Q2 2022
Network Infrastructure

Worldwide shipments of PCs fall by more than 15% in Q2 2022

The IDC says global shipments of traditional PCs dropped by 15.3% year over year, to only 71.3 million units in the second quarter of 2022.

By Jessie Chiang • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Jul 2022
IDC finds 3.9% decline in worldwide tablet shipments
EduTech

IDC finds 3.9% decline in worldwide tablet shipments

Tablet shipments decline 3.9% in Q1 2022, with growth softening as users continue to use existing devices, according to IDC data.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd May 2022
PC shipments have slowed, but overall demand remains strong
Supply Chain

PC shipments have slowed, but overall demand remains strong

Shipments of traditional PCs, including desktops, notebooks, and workstations, declined 5.1% in the first quarter of 2022, but exceeded earlier forecasts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Apr 2022
Growth streak for traditional PCs continues during holiday quarter
Lenovo

Growth streak for traditional PCs continues during holiday quarter

Worldwide PC shipments grew by 1% in Q4 2021, reaching 92.7 million units, while total shipments in 2021 reached 348.8 million units - the highest since 2012.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Jan 2022