Mobile and notebook slowdown boosts wearable sports tech demand

Growth in the smartphone and notebook markets is slowing in 2026 as memory price hikes and other factors weigh on shipments. Smartphone shipments in 2026 could fall by nearly 17% at the low end, shifting demand toward wearable sports devices.

• Smartphone and notebook market growth is slowing in 2026
• Smartphone shipments could fall nearly 17% at the low end in 2026
• Memory price hikes and other factors are weighing on shipments
• Demand is shifting toward wearable sports tech