Xiaomi surpasses Samsung to become the number one smartphone brand for the first time | Technology News

New Delhi: According to the latest monthly forecast of the research institute Counterpoint, Xiaomi has become the world’s largest smartphone company in June 2021, surpassing South Korean consumer electronics giant Samsung. This is the first time that Xiaomi has become the market leader in the smartphone category dominated by companies such as Samsung, Apple and Huawei.

According to Counterpoint’s June 2021 data, Xiaomi’s monthly sales have increased by 26%. The substantial increase in sales helped the Chinese company oust Samsung from its leading position in the global smartphone market.

Prior to this, Xiaomi had surpassed Apple to become the world’s second largest smartphone brand. The company recently surpassed Samsung in Europe in the second quarter of 2021.

The latest data shows that in June, Xiaomi ranked first with a market share of 17.1%, and Samsung ranked second with a market share of 15.7%. After these two smartphone brands, Apple ranked third with 14.3% of the global smartphone market. Please also read: Omega Seiki Mobility launches Zoro and Fiare electric scooters to check top speed, range and other functions

Counterpoint Research Director Tarun Pathak said: “Since Huawei began to decline, Xiaomi has been actively working to fill the gap caused by this decline. OEMs have been expanding the traditional markets of Huawei and HONOR. Such as China, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. In June, the recovery of China, Europe and India and the decline of Samsung due to supply constraints further helped Xiaomi.” Please also read: Renault India launches new Kiger decoration to commemorate 10th anniversary: ​​check prices, specifications and other details