Devices · 1h ago
Google Pixel grows as global smartphone shipments hit 2013 low
Global smartphone shipments fell to their lowest since 2013 in Q2 2026, per new data. Google Pixel was one of the few brands to see growth amid the downturn. The broader market decline is attributed to economic factors and component shortages.
Meridian48 take
Pixel's growth is notable but comes from a small base; the overall market slump signals deeper structural issues beyond just RAMageddon.
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