Smartphones | 16/05/2013 12:09
For the 1st time, Microsoft System takes third place among the most popular in the world, edging behind BlackBerry and Android and iOS, absolute leaders
Windows Phone sales accelerated in the 1st quarter of 2013 and, as a result, ended up leaving the devices equipped with BlackBerry back
São Paulo – The race for prestigious positions in the ranking of major operating systems still disputed. In quarterly report revealed this morning, consultancy International Data Corporation (IDC) revealed that, for the first time smartphones with Windows Phone exceeded those equipped with BlackBerry .
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According to figures from IDC, in the first quarter of 2013, sold 7 million devices with the Microsoft operating system, an increase of 133.3% compared to last year’s figures. Now, Windows Phone takes over for 3.2% of the world market.
report by consultancy is optimistic about the performance of the system from Microsoft and recognizes the benefits of a partnership with the Nokia Lumia line of smartphones, featuring the Lumia 928 as the current top of the line.
Analysts consider that there is a clear demand for a third OS option, in addition to Android and iOS, Apple. However, for devices with Windows Phone are seen as “alternative”, will have to roll up their sleeves to further boost sales, consolidating third.
As a result of exceeding the Windows Phone, BlackBerry Canadians, who were once leaders dominate only 2.9% of the market and sold 6.3 million units in the period. A reduction of 35% compared to 2012. Nevertheless, it is necessary to recognize the efforts made by the company that now struggles to regain a position of relevance in category.
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