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Samsung holds onto its crown, leads smartphone market in 2024
Samsung has managed to maintain its dominance in the global smartphone market. Despite increasing competition from Apple and Chinese brands, the South Korean company has been led by strong demand for its S24 series and A-series product lines.
Samsung was the world’s biggest smartphone brand in 2024
According to a report by market research firm Counterpoint Research, Samsung was the world’s largest smartphone brand in terms of market share. The South Korean firm had a market share of 19% alone, up from 18% secured by Apple during the same period.
The Galaxy S24 series sold very well, as it was the first phone to be promoted as an AI device, outperforming its predecessors, and was particularly well received in Western Europe and the US. Samsung expects its new flagship phones, the Galaxy S25 and the upcoming Galaxy Fold, to do well in 2025.
Overall, the global smartphone market grew by 4.4% compared to last year, and Xiaomi and Vivo were the biggest beneficiaries. Samsung is at the top, with a gap of 1% between it and Apple.
Samsung was the world’s second-largest smartphone brand after Apple in 2024
Furthermore, according to a report by market research firm IDC, Samsung was the world’s second-largest smartphone brand in terms of shipments. The South Korean firm shipped 223.4 million smartphones in 2024, grabbing 18% of the market. Its shipments declined by 1.4% compared to the second quarter of last year.
According to IDC, the leadership crown is shifting from Samsung to Apple, due to a difference of just 1% or less. On the other hand, Apple shipped 232.1 million smartphones in 2024, capturing 20.1% of the market.
As always, Xiaomi was the world’s third-biggest smartphone brand during the same period. The Chinese firm shipped 168.5 million smartphones and managed to capture a 12.5% market share. That is a serious uptick of 15.4% in terms of shipments compared to last year’s figures.
Samsung has started expanding One UI 8 Beta to Galaxy S25 devices, allowing users to enjoy new features and enhancements ahead of an official release. Meanwhile, the company is also rolling out the June 2025 security update for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphones.
Samsung’s June 2025 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 is currently available in Europe, and the company will expand it soon to more countries. The fresh update installs the latest Android security patch released in June 2025 to improve system security.
June 2025 security update for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 can be identified via One UI build version F731BXXS5EYF1 and F946BXXS5EYF1, respectively. It is an initial rollout, so it may take some hours or days to reach all models.
It is worth noting that this update is based on Android 15 and One UI 7. Users of these devices will get the One UI 8 update in the coming months. Samsung has not confirmed these smartphones for beta, so it is possible that users may get the stable update directly.
You can download the latest security update to prepare your device for future updates. For this, you just need to tap on Settings >> Software update >> Download and install.
Samsung June 2025 Security Patch Details
Samsung’s March 2025 security update brings critical fixes for more than 55 vulnerabilities found in older versions of the software. Google patched 36 high-level security issues. This month’s Android patch does not fix any critical or moderate labeled CVEs.
Samsung has also targeted 19 specific security vulnerabilities and exposures (SVEs), including issues related to the camera, AudioService, Samsung Cloud for Galaxy Watch, ThemeManager, ScreenCapture for Galaxy Watch, fingerprint trustlet, Bluetooth, and increasing the overall security of its devices.
Samsung has pushed the June 2025 security update for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, Galaxy S21 Ultra, and Galaxy S21 FE smartphones. This update is currently rolling out for some carrier-locked devices in the US, and the company will soon expand it to more countries.
Users of the Galaxy S21 series can identify the June 2025 security update through One UI build versions given below.
- Galaxy S21 – G991USQSGHYF2
- Galaxy S21 Plus – G996USQSGHYF2
- Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998USQSGHYF2
- Galaxy S21 FE (Exynos) – G990USQSHHYF4
Samsung is rolling out a new software update with system security improvements to keep your files and data safe on your phone. This update also optimizes system stability to provide seamless and uninterrupted functionality on your device.
Samsung Galaxy S21 series smartphone users can install the latest update to enhance the security and stability of their devices. You can download the update via Settings >> Software update >> Download and install.
Samsung June 2025 Security Patch Details
According to SMR, Samsung’s June 2025 security update addresses 36 high-level Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) provided by Google. In addition to the Android patch, Samsung has included 19 Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures (SVE) items in the June 2025 patch. These fixes are aimed at boosting the overall security and stability of Galaxy devices.
On the other hand, Samsung confirmed to unveil the One UI 8 stable update along with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 smartphones in July 2025. The company is currently testing the One UI 8 features on the Galaxy S25 series with the beta program.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 are ready to make their debut, and in the meantime, we got our hands on the leaked price for this lineup. Yes, a new listing is appearing online, which has revealed the cost rate of the upcoming foldable models.
Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 price leaked
According to the new inputs, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 should be priced the same as the Z Fold 6 at launch, i.e. €1,999 for 256GB, €2,119 for 512GB, and €2,359 for 1TB. Furthermore, in Europe, the 256GB Galaxy Z Flip 7 will be €100 cheaper than its predecessor and will be available for €1,099 instead of €1,199. The 512GB Galaxy Z Flip 7 variant should cost €1,219 instead of €1,319.
In short, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will likely retain its price in Europe compared to the 2024 model, while the Galaxy Z Flip 7 should be cheaper than the Flip 6 at launch.
The Galaxy Fold 7 will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite globally, while the Galaxy Z Flip 7 will feature the Exynos 2500. Moreover, Android 16-based One UI 8 will come pre-installed on both foldable phones, with Samsung already teasing the exceptional Galaxy AI upgrade.
The Korean tech giant is all set to launch its new foldable phones, Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 at the Galaxy Unpacked event on 9 July 2025. You can now pre-reserve your new Galaxy phone and Samsung is offering some great rewards for doing so.
When you pre-reserve from Samsung, you get more than just a phone. Enjoy free delivery, trade-in discounts, price promises, and Samsung rewards. So don’t wait, pre-reserve and enjoy rewards for showing interest in Samsung’s next big thing.
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