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IDC Report: Apple Overtakes Samsung as Top Smartphone Maker in 2025.

Ranks & Reports | Dated: 13 Jan 2026

According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Tracker, Apple has surpassed Samsung to become the world's top smartphone maker in 2025. This ends Samsung's 12-year reign at the top. Apple secured the number one spot with a 20.1% market share.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Samsung held the second spot with a 19.4% market share, followed by Xiaomi.
  • The shift is attributed to the increasing demand for premium devices (iPhones).
  • Global smartphone shipments declined by 3.2% overall in 2025.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Report: IDC Smartphone Tracker.
  • Rank 1: Apple.
  • Rank 2: Samsung.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

According to IDC data for 2025, which company dethroned Samsung to become the world's largest smartphone maker?

Correct Answer: Apple

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Apple

  • CEO – Tim Cook
  • HQ – Cupertino, USA