GSMArena.com GSMArena.com

Tip us

1.5m
109k
RSS

EV

Merch

Log in

Login

I forgot my password
Sign up
  • Home
  • News
  • Reviews
  • Videos
  • Featured
  • Phone Finder
  • Deals
  • MerchNew
  • Coverage
  • Contact
ADVERTISEMENTS

Global smartwatch shipments grew by 12% in Q1 of 2020, Apple Watch sales fell 13%

  • Post your comment
  • Comments (8)

Enrique 17 June 2020

Apple watchOS Android WearOS Wearables

A new report from Canalys reveals some of the trends in the growth of the global smartwatch market. Worldwide, smartwatch shipments grew 12% YoY in Q1 of this year despite the spread of COVID-19 disrupting many aspects of manufacturing, logistics, and consumerism.

Apple ranks first in market share, with 5.2 million shipments of various Apple Watch models. It did see 13% fewer shipments during the same people last year. Huawei ranks second with 2.1 million units shipped with 113% of growth YoY. Samsung ranks third with 1.8 million units shipped compared to its 1.2 million in Q1 2019. Garmin and Fitbit rank fourth and fifth, respectively. Garmin grew 24% YoY while Fitbit fell 21% YoY.

Global smartwatch shipments grew by 12% in Q1 of 2020, Apple Watch sales fell 13%

During the first quarter, North America accounted for less than one-third of smartwatch shipments for the first time. Demand for the Apple Watch has steadily grown in overseas markets while its sales have slowed in the US and Europe. Canalys attributes this to North America’s focus on the AirPods as this past holiday season’s must-have Apple accessory. Its growth outside of North American can be attributed to carrier promotions in Southeast Asia and Latin America. Meanwhile, Huawei offered a promotion with the Huawei P40 in China.

Global smartwatch shipments grew by 12% in Q1 of 2020, Apple Watch sales fell 13%

China saw the most growth in smartwatch shipments by 66%. Cellular-enabled smartwatches from Apple and Xiaomi made up most of China’s connected smartwatches and this is attributed in part to China’s growth in sales. Looking towards the rest of 2020, China will continue to grow in smartwatch sales with local brands like Xiaomi, Huawei, and Oppo.

Source

Related articles
  • BlackBerry Q10 review BlackBerry Q10 review
  • Counterpoint: Flagship smartphone shipments dipped by 13% in Q1, Apple had 4 of the 5 bestsellers Counterpoint: Flagship smartphone shipments dipped by 13% in Q1, Apple had 4 of the 5 bestsellers
  • Counterpoint: COVID-19 affects Q1 smartphone sales in Europe Counterpoint: COVID-19 affects Q1 smartphone sales in Europe
  • IDC: 4.2 million wearables shipped in India during Q1 IDC: 4.2 million wearables shipped in India during Q1

Reader comments

N
  • Nebula
  • r3a
  • 23 Jun 2020

It's not rocket science. Apple's watch sales are declining because most people are looking for budget friendly, battery efficient alternatives.

  • Reply
A
  • Alboooz
  • naq
  • 18 Jun 2020

Apple smartwatch is nothing compare to this one. https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000816811065.html?spm=a2g0o.detail.1000014.35.4c6dfb7ed4mWjX&gps-id=pcDetailBottomMoreOtherSeller&scm=1007.13338.170725.0&scm_id=1007.13338.170725.0&s...

  • Reply
A
  • Alboooz
  • naq
  • 18 Jun 2020

Neah, it's because you see nothing else than apple adds....how about this smart phone-watch, a full phone in your wrist. www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKfksQhbRKo

  • Reply
  • Read all comments
  • Post your comment
Total reader comments: 8

ADVERTISEMENTS

Phone finder

  • Samsung
  • Apple
  • Huawei
  • Nokia
  • Sony
  • LG
  • HTC
  • Motorola
  • Lenovo
  • Xiaomi
  • Google
  • Honor
  • Oppo
  • Realme
  • OnePlus
  • vivo
  • Meizu
  • BlackBerry
  • Asus
  • Alcatel
  • ZTE
  • Microsoft
  • Vodafone
  • Energizer
  • Cat
  • Sharp
  • Micromax
  • Infinix
  • TCL
  • Ulefone
  • Tecno
  • Doogee
  • Blackview
  • BLU
  • Panasonic
  • Plum

All brands Rumor mill

ADVERTISEMENTS

Top 10 by daily interest

  Device Daily hits  
1.Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra87,086
2.Samsung Galaxy S2342,755
3.Samsung Galaxy S23+25,710
4.Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G21,938
5.Samsung Galaxy A14 5G19,125
6.Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max17,430
7.Apple iPhone XR16,913
8.Samsung Galaxy A53 5G16,549
9.Oppo Reno8 T 5G16,512
10.Apple iPhone X15,544

ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Tesla Model Y is now eligible for $7,500 IRA tax credit in the US Tesla Model Y is now eligible for $7,500 IRA tax credit in the US Neta joins the price squabble and starts offering cash incentivesTesla Cybertruck spotted with new mirrors as the production start nears
ADVERTISEMENTS

Home News Reviews Compare Coverage Glossary FAQ RSS feed Youtube Facebook Twitter Instagram

© 2000-2023 GSMArena.com Mobile version Android app Tools Contact us Merch store Privacy Terms of use Change Ad Consent Do not sell my data