In the fourth quarter of 2017, Apple alone generated 35 per cent of the total handset industry profits.
1/7Apple remained the most profitable brand, capturing 86 per cent of the total handset market profits, says Counterpoint study of Q4 2017. (Image source: Reuters)
2/7"iPhone X alone generated 21 per cent of total industry revenue and 35 per cent of total industry profits during the quarter," Research Analyst Karn Chauhan said. (Image source: Reuters)
3/7What would come as music to the ears of its fans, the share of iPhone X is likely to grow. (Image source: Reuters)
4/7Apple still has eight out of top 10 smartphones, including its three-year-old models, generating the most profits compared to current competing smartphones. (Image source: Reuters)
iPhone X generated 5 times more profits than the combined profits of over 600 Android OEMs during Q4 2017. (Apple website)
Apple and Samsung flagship models lead in terms of profits as compared to other OEMs. (Image source: Company website)
7/7Huawei was the leading brand among all the Chinese brands, with profit increasing 59 per cent (YoY). Image source: Reuters)