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  1. In the competitive US smartphone market, Apple maintained the leading market position while Samsung ranked second, both facing year-over-year declines.

Apple and Samsung Compete in Premium Foldable Smartphone Market

27 reports, 12 independent Updated Sep 23
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What happened

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Apple is reportedly moving into the foldable phone market with a new iPhone design, which some sources suggest could be short, wide, and passport-shaped when opened. This entry follows years of development, with reports indicating Apple has been working on a foldable iPhone since at least 2017. The company is expected to debut this device amidst a competitive landscape where Samsung Electronics is leveraging its successful Galaxy Z Fold 8.

From tomsguide.com, hindustantimes.com

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The market sees a major push into the premium foldable segment, with both Apple Inc. and Samsung Electronics competing on distinct form factors. While Apple enters the fray, Samsung is simultaneously facing scrutiny regarding its own product lines, including the Galaxy Ultra.

In the competitive US smartphone market, Apple maintained the leading market position while Samsung ranked second, both facing year-over-year declines.

From hindustantimes.com, memeburn.com

Who's involved

  • DuoA company whose product line is reportedly entering the foldable market.
  • Samsung ElectronicsSouth Korean multinational electronics corporation leading with the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
  • Apple Inc.American multinational technology company expected to launch a foldable iPhone.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

These are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.

  • Apple Inc.Speculative

    Apple Inc. could see its market share and product lines affected by the success of its new foldable iPhone line.

  • Samsung ElectronicsSpeculative

    Samsung Electronics could see its flagship device sales impacted by the competitive pressure from both Apple and other industry players.

How it developed

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  1. Apple and Samsung are competing in the premium foldable market with distinct form factor approaches.1 source
  2. The success of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is driving high demand and may inspire imitation from other manufacturers.Sub-event
  3. Apple is expected to enter the foldable smartphone market.Sub-event
  4. Samsung leverages foldable status while facing challenges from established market leaders like Apple.1 source
  5. Samsung Electronics is pivoting its product focus towards landscape foldable designs.Sub-event
  6. Apple launches iPhone Ultra as its first folding phone, converging with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8.1 source
  7. Samsung successfully launched its foldable devices ahead of Apple's competitor.1 source
  8. Mark Gurman discusses Samsung's thin phone failures while Apple is expected to debut the iPhone 17 Air.Sub-event
Show 4 earlier steps
  1. Prototypes for a potential anniversary iPhone model are underway, utilizing equal-depth micro-curve panels and involving companies like Samsung Display and Huawei.Sub-event
  2. Samsung Z Fold 8 adopts Apple-like features and uses Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.1 source
  3. Leading the foldable market expansion.1 source
  4. Samsung is strategically positioning itself to maximize market impact before Apple's product launch.1 source

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