Xiaomi stories - Page 3
The rise and rise of 'hearables', as told by IDC
Thu, 19th Sep 2019
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uc
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digital entertainment
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headphones
The wearable device market surged by 85.2% in 2Q19, with 'hearables' capturing 46.9% of the market, driven by new products and second-time buyers.
Premium headphones driving revenue boom, says Futuresource
Mon, 9th Sep 2019
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digital entertainment
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headphones
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apple
Thanks to the trend in premium brands, worldwide headphone revenue is growing four times faster than shipment numbers.
Gartner - 5G will give global smartphone market bump in 2020
Mon, 5th Aug 2019
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apple
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samsung
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xiaomi
This will mean some respite after the Australian market's massive 2019 decline and help NZ's see some stability.
Record-breaking feat in declining smartphone market
Tue, 30th Jul 2019
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samsung
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realme
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xiaomi
Vivo set a new personal record by shipping 5.8 million smartphones to India in Q2 2019, a notable feat given the overall declining market.
Canalys: 5G smartphones will overtake 4G by 2023
Wed, 3rd Jul 2019
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
5G smartphones are set to surpass 4G in 2023, with nearly 800 million units shipped, driven by rapid adoption in China and strong government initiatives.
IDC: Earwear and watches driving wearables market
Fri, 28th Jun 2019
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wearables
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healthtech
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apple
Smartwatches and ear-worn devices will account for more than 70% of the 200 million wearables shipped by 2023.
Smartwatches drive wearables market, up 55%
Thu, 6th Jun 2019
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healthtech
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apple
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samsung
Ongoing demand fuels a strong growth trajectory for wearable devices in Q1 2019 with wrist-worn and ear-worn leading the market, according to IDC.
Gartner: smartphone sales still suffering
Thu, 30th May 2019
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apple
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samsung
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xiaomi
Global smartphone sales fell 2.7% to 373 million units in Q1 2019, with declines in Australia and competitive tension affecting top brands, says Gartner.
IDC: Apple slips to third behind Huawei in smartphone market
Thu, 2nd May 2019
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apple
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samsung
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xiaomi
In a dramatic turn, Apple has slipped to third place in smartphone shipments behind Huawei, which saw a 50% increase, per IDC's 1Q19 report.
Hands-on Review: Xiaomi's Mi Mix 3 and the Amazfit Bip
Thu, 21st Mar 2019
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gaming
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wearables
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semiconductors
Xiaomi impresses with its solid Mi Mix 3 smartphone and the budget-friendly Amazfit Bip smartwatch, showcasing innovation and value in the tech sector.
High cost means the foldable phone fad won't catch on in 2019
Fri, 8th Mar 2019
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apple
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xiaomi
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huawei
Research analyst Canalys says while it's inevitable that more vendors will jump in on the fad, it won't be gaining much traction in 2019.
UPDATED - Foldables: The new battleground for smartphone fads
Fri, 22nd Feb 2019
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digital signage
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displays
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apple
The foldable smartphone wars have begun, with Samsung, Huawei, and other tech giants unveiling devices that challenge traditional phone limits.
Security flaw in Xiaomi electric scooters could have deadly consequences
Wed, 13th Feb 2019
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xiaomi
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security vulnerabilities
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electric scooter
Xiaomi's M365 electric scooters pose severe risks due to Bluetooth security flaws, potentially allowing attackers to control and endanger riders.
To bezel or notch to bezel - the evolution of smartphones
Tue, 5th Feb 2019
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martech
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google
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apple
Futuresource Consulting reflects on the smartphone design trends of 2018 and what might be coming through the coming year.
IDC: Standalone VR headset shipments grow 428.6% in 3Q18
Tue, 11th Dec 2018
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ar, vr & metaverse
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lenovo
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samsung
The VR headset market returned to growth in 3Q18 after four consecutive quarters of decline and now makes up 97% of the combined market.
Xiaomi fans bubble over at Mi Store grand opening
Sat, 10th Nov 2018
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iot
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opening ceremony
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xiaomi
The fans filled Auckland's Westfield Sylvia Park to take advantage of the opening specials and get their hands on some Xiaomi tech.
The smartphone wars continue as shipments decline
Tue, 6th Nov 2018
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apple
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samsung
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xiaomi
This quarter saw a global 6% YoY decline in smartphone shipments, largely due to a 13% decline for market leader Samsung, but Xiaomi's rise continues.
Xiaomi sets NZ market firmly in its sights
Thu, 18th Oct 2018
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xiaomi
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nz expansion
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technology gifts
Mi smartphones are hitting Kiwi shores as sales grew by 88% last year - in contrast to the global market decline of 3% facing its competitors.
IDC - Sharp dip in VR headset shipment numbers won't last
Thu, 6th Sep 2018
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ar, vr & metaverse
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htc
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oculus
Despite global shipment numbers dropping by more than a third, the market outlook is still positive an IDC Tracker report shows.
Apple still on top as wearables market grows worldwide
Wed, 5th Sep 2018
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apple
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fitbit
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garmin
Apple's share of the market continues to grow along with Chinese competitors Xiaomi and Huawei. Fitbit still in decline.