IDC: Apple's China share rises to 17.8% as smartphone shipments plunge 15.4%

IDC reports China's smartphone shipments fell 15.4% year-over-year in Q3 2026, while Apple's share rose from 15.8% to 17.8% despite a 4.3% drop in iPhone shipments. Huawei led with a 21.1% share and 17.3% shipment growth.

• China smartphone shipments fell 15.4% year-over-year in Q3 2026
• Apple's share rose to 17.8% from 15.8% a year earlier
• Huawei led with 21.1% share and 17.3% shipment growth
• IDC expects elevated component costs through much of 2027