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The memory shortages tag currently highlights how supply constraints can shape the global smartphone market. Its available coverage follows Samsung retaking the second-quarter 2026 shipment lead from Apple, even as overall shipments declined. The report points to Samsung’s Galaxy S26 range, particularly the Galaxy S26 Ultra, as a key contributor to its 24% market share, while Apple reached a record 20% share after strong iPhone 17 demand. This archive provides context for tracking hardware availability, manufacturer performance, and changing device demand when memory shortages and broader supply pressures affect the technology industry.
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    Samsung Retakes Q2 2026 Smartphone Lead as Shipments Fall 11%

    Samsung has retaken the top spot in global smartphone shipments, displacing Apple in the second quarter of 2026, according to Counterpoint Research figures reported by Mashable and Reuters. Samsung held 24% of the market, while Apple reached a record 20% share despite slipping to second place...
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