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Future-Proofing Telecom: Key Trends Shaping the CSP Market in 2024

Peter Chahal — Fri, 17 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

This IDC Web Conference examines the top 5 trends that will impact communications service providers (SPs) in 2024. To capitalize on new monetization opportunities, communications SPs across the globe are accelerating their focus on digital transformation across their communication networks, IT, and business operations to become more agile digital service providers and transition from telco to techco. This transformation is crucial to stay relevant, drive growth, and support the needs of organizations as they face the full impact of digital business evolution. During this Web Conference, you will hear about:

The affects of generative AI (GenAI)
Why increased focus on LEO satellite connectivity will alter today's communications SPs
Fixed wireless access (FWA) and private 4G/5G networks
Managed services using network as a service (NaaS)
The trend of application programming interfaces (APIs)

IDC's Worldwide 3rd Platform Spending Guide Taxonomy, 2024: Government — Release V1, 2024

Fri, 17 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

This IDC study provides a detailed description of IDC's Worldwide 3rd Platform Spending Guide for Government methodology and taxonomy. It should be used as a companion piece for IDC's Worldwide 3rd Platform Spending Guide for Government. Technology suppliers may utilize this approach and structure to help them build an industry- and subindustry-focused organization to refocus products and services within the evolution from 2nd Platform to 3rd Platform technologies.

"IDC's Worldwide 3rd Platform Spending Guide for Government presents a comprehensive view of the 3rd Platform opportunity across the government subindustries," says Karen Massey, research manager of IDC's Customer Insights and Analysis Group. "This is an invaluable resource to help vendors define and standardize their vocabulary and approach to this expanding and dynamic market."

MediaTek Analyst Day 2024 – an Increasingly Confident Company Highlights its Path to Growth

Phil Solis — Fri, 17 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

MediaTek's Analyst Day 2024 was held on May 2, 2024. MediaTek confidently went over its expanding TAM, broad customer base, solid push into flagship mobile devices, and plan to double its business in the US and Europe, growing data center ASIC business, and generative AI opportunities across its product portfolio. It sees its Smart Edge segment – MediaTek's "everything else" segment – growing faster than its mobile phone business.

The Road to Recovery for Client Devices and the AI Impact

Tom Mainelli, Ryan Reith — Fri, 17 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

This IDC Web Conference delves into the intricate dynamics of client device markets and the transformative influence of AI technology. From PCs to mobile phones, we'll explore the current landscape and the pivotal role of innovation in shaping recovery and growth. Gain comprehensive insights into forecasts for client device markets, including the trajectory of recovery post pandemic disruptions. Key takeaways include:

Explore the primary drivers fueling growth in the client device industry and the factors shaping market demand, from technological innovations to shifting consumer preferences.
Examine the transformative impact of foldable devices and AI technology on smartphones and PCs. Assess how these innovations are reshaping user experiences and revenue forecasts, and explore strategies to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Navigate the challenges facing industry players as they race to push the AI agenda forward. From regulatory hurdles to ethical considerations and competitive pressures, understand the complexities of integrating AI technologies into client devices and overcoming obstacles to adoption.
Discover the most compelling use cases and cutting-edge developments surrounding next-gen AI on devices for client devices. From AI-powered assistants to advanced predictive analytics, explore how AI is revolutionizing user experiences, enhancing productivity, and driving innovation in client devices.

IDC: Indonesia’s Smartphone Market Starts the Year with a Strong 27.4% Growth in 1Q24

Thu, 16 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

JAKARTA, 16 May 2024 — Indonesia’s smartphone market grew sharply at 27.4% year-over-year (YoY) and 11.5% quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) to 10 million units in 1Q24, according to International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker . Vendors were able to bring in significant shipments to capitalize on the Ramadan season. After a few quarters of low shipments, vendors stocked up the channels, setting the stage for strong growth in 1Q24.

Worldwide Business Use Smartphone Forecast, 2024-2028

Bryan Bassett, Anthony Scarsella — Thu, 16 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

This IDC study presents the five-year forecast for the worldwide business use of smartphone shipments by operating system and user type (consumer, individual liable, and corporate liable). It is part of IDC's continuing research with respect to mobile devices. Findings in this document are based on information gathered from primary and secondary sources during the past six months.

"While business users and consumers alike have passively benefited from AI-driven technology on their mobile devices for years, 2024 heralds the next generation of AI-powered smartphones," said Bryan Bassett, research manager, IDC's Enterprise Mobility: Workspace and Deployment Strategies program. "In the near term, business users will benefit from AI-driven features that allow them to translate language and text in real time, quickly edit or enhance photos, and instantly organize meeting notes. In addition, next-gen AI smartphones have the potential to greatly improve personal and corporate data security while also freeing up cloud compute bandwidth. While the true benefits of on-device AI smartphones are yet to be fully realized, next-gen AI devices will have a significant impact on future business strategies."

Evolving Telco Portfolios in the META Region

Jawairia Asif, Mervin Miemoukanda, Tolga Yalcin — Wed, 15 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

This IDC Market Presentation examines how telcos in the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa are enhancing their service portfolios with advanced telecom services (e.g., SD-WAN and communications platform as a service). The presentation provides insight on various strategies among telcos in the region for shifting away from traditional telecom services to more advanced offerings.

IDC's Worldwide AR/VR Headset Tracker Taxonomy, 2024

Wed, 15 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

This IDC study provides a comprehensive overview and definitions for AR/VR headsets. The definitions provided in this document represent the scope of IDC's AR/VR headsets hardware research.

This taxonomy outlines market segmentations and measurement methodologies for the AR/VR headsets industry, including classification by technology, vendor, geography, and revenue metrics.

"IDC's Worldwide AR/VR Headset Tracker taxonomy presents a standardized and detailed framework of the AR/VR headset market," said Ryan Reith, program vice president for IDC's Mobile Device Trackers. "The taxonomy document serves as a guideline to better understand and use IDC's AR/VR headset research."

IDC's Worldwide Wearable Device Tracker Taxonomy, 2024

Wed, 15 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

This IDC study provides a comprehensive overview and definitions for wearable devices. The definitions provided in this document represent the scope of IDC's wearable device hardware research.

This taxonomy outlines market segmentations and measurement methodologies for the wearable device industry, including classification by technology, vendor, geography, and revenue metrics.

"IDC's worldwide wearable device taxonomy presents a standardized and detailed framework of the wearable device market," said Ryan Reith, program vice president for IDC's Worldwide Mobile Device Trackers. "The taxonomy document serves as a guideline to better understand and use IDC's wearable device research."

U.S. SMB Communications Services Forecast, 2024–2028

Jason Blackwell — Wed, 15 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT

This IDC study analyzes and forecasts the revenue for the U.S. small and medium-sized business communications services market. The study provides IDC's definitions of SMB and telecom voice and data categories, and it presents a detailed forecast, beginning in 2020 and extending through 2028.

"SMBs recognize the need to invest in technologies and services to solve business problems and stay connected to customers. This provides an attractive opportunity for vendors of voice and data communications services," says Jason Blackwell, research director, SMB Communications Services at IDC. "However, communications service providers need to be able to customize solutions, focus on business outcomes, and help SMBs navigate the multitude of technology choices to maximize their return on investment."