China smartphone shipments fall for fifth straight quarter as costs rise - IDC

China smartphone shipments have decreased for the fifth consecutive quarter, driven primarily by rising costs. According to IDC data, the overall market experienced a downturn during Q2. However, Apple and Huawei were able to duck the broader decline affecting other manufacturers in the region. These two brands showed greater resilience compared to the general trend of falling shipments across the Chinese smartphone sector as economic pressures impacted consumer demand and industry supply chains.