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Apple’s iPhone16 Tops Q1 2025 Global Smartphone Sales

Strong carrier subsidy policies in Japan drove demand that helped Apple claim five of the top ten spots

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iPhone Series 16 day in photos
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Overview

  • The iPhone16 led global unit sales in Q1 2025, marking the first time a base iPhone model has held the top rank since early 2022.
  • The iPhone16 Pro Max and iPhone16 Pro secured the No. 2 and No. 3 positions respectively, while the new iPhone16e debuted at No. 6 in its first full month of availability.
  • Apple devices occupied five of the top ten best-selling slots for the fifth consecutive March quarter, underscoring the strength of its pricing strategy and ecosystem.
  • Entry-level smartphones priced below $100 were the fastest-growing segment, accounting for nearly 20 percent of all global handset sales in the quarter.
  • Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra ranked seventh following a shorter launch window, and Xiaomi’s Redmi14C 4G was the only non-Apple or Samsung model to break into the top ten.