India's smartphone shipments fall 26% to decade low
Smartphone shipments in India fell 26% in the third quarter, according to Omdia, reaching a decade-low level. The drop came despite the festive season, which usually boosts sales.
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Context: The festive season is normally a strong period for phone sales, so a fall here points to weak buyer demand. Shipment figures track how many phones reach the market from brands and their suppliers.
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