Global legitimate smartphone sales are ramping up again in 2021, in large part due the easing COVID-19 pandemic and market recovery. Asia Pacific will remain by far the world's largest region for smartphone sales.

4G remains the biggest technology segment in 2021. 3G is still relevant in some emerging markets, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. 5G reaches 43% penetration, fueled by strong growth in China, the US and Western Europe.

Our extensive report forecasts global smartphone sales for 88 countries worldwide for 4 major cellular technology groups from 2017 to 2026. This report can be used by operators, software developers, content developers, handset vendors, component makers, car manufacturers and other stakeholders to determine or prioritize the size and growth rate of the huge global smartphone market.