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Global smartwatch shipments fell 7% YoY in 2024, the market's first ever decline; Apple fell 19% while Huawei grew 35%, Xiaomi grew 135%, and Samsung grew 3%. (www.counterpointresearch.com)
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  • The global smartwatch market fell 7% in 2024, the first ever decline in the overall market.
  • Apple retained its top position, despite a 19% YoY decline in shipments due to tighter competition and weaker upgrade cycles.
  • China captured the biggest shipment share for the first time, driven by the strong performance of Chinese brands including Huawei, Xiaomi and BBK (Imoo).
  • Kids smartwatch was the only segment to witness a rise, as parents' awareness increased, and brands expanded in this category.
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[โ€“] shortrounddev@lemmy.world 4 points 21 hours ago (5 children)

I literally have no clue what the point of these devices is

[โ€“] DJDarren@sopuli.xyz 4 points 18 hours ago

I have ADHD, so a massive bonus of a smart watch for me is not having to look at my phone every time I get a notification. If I do, there's a strong likelihood that I'll just keep on looking at it. Having notifications go to my watch means I only get my phone out for important ones.

Also, an alarm clock that taps my wrist without waking up my wife at 5:30am is worth its weight in gold.

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