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Telecom Trends International Predicts Doubling of Mobile Handset Shipments by 2012

UMTS Device Shipments to Grow Fastest, says Research Report

Convergence, divergence to spur growth

Falls Church, Virginia ─ Mobile handset shipments will more than double over the next seven years, says a report published by Telecom Trends International. The number of mobile handsets shipped will increase from 815.2 million units in 2005 to 1,694.4 million units in 2012, the report says.

The report, “The Future of Mobile Handsets,” says mobile handset growth will be propelled by both multifunctional devices (convergence) and specialized devices (divergence). UMTS will be that fastest growing technology in terms of shipments, it says.

The roll-out of next-generation networks is enabling a slew of applications that is driving innovation in mobile handsets, said Naqi Jaffery, President and Chief Analyst, Telecom Trends International. Increasingly, with the proliferation of applications, voice is becoming a secondary factor when purchasing a mobile device, he said.

The report considers the changing nature of a mobile handset and examines the wide range of applications impacting its development, including mobile music, mobile games, mobile TV, mobile camera, mobile camcorder, and mobile organizer.

According to the report, Middle East and Africa, China, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America will witness double digit-growth in handset shipments over the next seven years. On the other hand, regions that already have a high penetration of handsets, such as Europe, North America, and Japan, will see a slowdown in growth, the report says.

Additional information regarding the report may be obtained by calling 703-237-8807, or sending an e-mail to research@telecomtrends.net.

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Telecom Trends International, Inc. conducts leading-edge research on trends and developments in the telecommunications marketplace, and disseminates that research through published reports, custom projects, briefings, and advisory services. The company performs market analysis, technology assessment, and strategic planning.


Telecom Trends International Predicts Doubling of Mobile Handset Shipments by 2012 UMTS Device Shipments to Grow Fastest, says Research Report *Convergence, divergence to spur growth* Falls Church, Virginia ─ Mobile handset shipments will more than double over the next seven years, says a report published by Telecom Trends International. The number of mobile handsets shipped will increase from 815.2 million units in 2005 to 1,694.4 million units in 2012, the report says. The report, “The Future of Mobile Handsets,” says mobile handset growth will be propelled by both multifunctional devices (convergence) and specialized devices (divergence). UMTS will be that fastest growing technology in terms of shipments, it says. The roll-out of next-generation networks is enabling a slew of applications that is driving innovation in mobile handsets, said Naqi Jaffery, President and Chief Analyst, Telecom Trends International. Increasingly, with the proliferation of applications, voice is becoming a secondary factor when purchasing a mobile device, he said. The report considers the changing nature of a mobile handset and examines the wide range of applications impacting its development, including mobile music, mobile games, mobile TV, mobile camera, mobile camcorder, and mobile organizer. According to the report, Middle East and Africa, China, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America will witness double digit-growth in handset shipments over the next seven years. On the other hand, regions that already have a high penetration of handsets, such as Europe, North America, and Japan, will see a slowdown in growth, the report says. Additional information regarding the report may be obtained by calling 703-237-8807, or sending an e-mail to research@telecomtrends.net. About Telecom Trends International Telecom Trends International, Inc. conducts leading-edge research on trends and developments in the telecommunications marketplace, and disseminates that research through published reports, custom projects, briefings, and advisory services. The company performs market analysis, technology assessment, and strategic planning.

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