U.S. Mobile Phone and Smartphone Installed Base Forecast Update, 2023-2027

U.S. Mobile Phone and Smartphone Installed Base Forecast Update, 2023-2027


This IDC study analyzes the installed base of smartphone users in the United States by operating system (OS). It combines IDC’s extensive knowledge of smartphones, smartphone users, subscribers, subscriber growth, and challenges and opportunities for different operating systems. The findings in this document are based on information gathered from primary and secondary sources during the past six months.“The decline in the new smartphone market over the past two years has started to impact the overall installed base negatively,” said Anthony Scarsella, research manager with IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. “With refresh rates elongating, new users in the installed base are growing at a smaller rate than previously forecast. However, the decline is minimal due to growth and popularity of refurbished devices as they continue to impact new sales while keeping the installed base stable moving forward.”

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IDC Market Forecast Figure
Executive Summary
Advice for Technology Suppliers
Secondhand Market Growth
Market Forecast
Forecast and Assumptions
Smartphone Forecast by Operating System
Market Context
Drivers and Inhibitors
Drivers
5G Handsets
Trade-In Promotions
Inhibitors
Economy
Inflation
Significant Market Developments
3G Networks Set for Complete Shutdown
Changes from Prior Forecast
Market Definition
Feature Phone
Smartphone
Installed Base
Refurbished Smartphone
Used Smartphone
Methodology
Primary Data Sources
Secondary Sources
IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker
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