Mobile

US adults will spend 10.6% of their mobile time playing games this year, per our forecast. But we expect just 3.9% of US mobile ad spend will go to the category in 2023.

An overwhelming vote in favor of user-replaceable batteries in electronics aims to improve e-waste management. It could lead to major design changes and longer device lifespans.

Take a selfie, get a doctor’s appointment: A new AI-powered mobile app reads patients’ vital signs, schedules appointments, and suggests lab tests. Will consumers trust it?

Ripping and replacing more than half of its 4G and 5G infrastructure will cost billions of euros. It also runs the risk of alienating its biggest trade partner.

Vodafone and CK Hutchison plan to merge their UK carriers, creating the country’s largest wireless network. Consolidation could result in higher pricing and poor service.

Understanding context and ensuring privacy will be a challenge for AI as it helps Gmail users draft and refine emails.

On today's episode, we discuss password sharing and live sports on Netflix, what the definition of "convenience" is, if awards shows have turned things around, where we spend time with connected devices, sweetgreen's plan to automate all stores in five years, who invented the card game Uno, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our director of forecasting Oscar Orozco, vice president of Briefings Stephanie Taglianetti, and analyst Max Willens.

London-based iPhone challenger Nothing Phone is coming to the US: It’s up against a smartphone sales slump and Apple’s market-defying performance. Pricing for younger consumers is the key factor.

Apple’s record share surge hints at tech sector recovery, aided by bullish AI outlook and potential growth avenues. However, AI democratization may pose regulatory challenges.

On today's episode, we discuss some predictions for 2023 that are too specific to be 100% certain but could still come true, including: why Microsoft would want to buy Roku, whether TikTok will make a splash in search advertising, who will be the runaway retailer of the year, if Instagram's new Twitter competitor app will be a hit, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Debra Aho Williamson, Andrew Lipsman, and Paul Verna.

FTC challenges Microsoft's Power Play: The agency seeks to block the $75 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard due to antitrust concerns.

Meta held a company-wide meeting in response to Apple’s recently unveiled augmented reality ecosystem, hinting at a rivalry between the two tech giants.

Although Spotify has dominated music streaming, its new focus on user-created and video content puts it in competition with established players like YouTube and TikTok.

Despite slow US adoption and economic downturn affecting advertising, TikTok’s 1 billion daily users and Instagram’s exit from live shopping present opportunities for growth.

While it’s likely years away from the mainstream, Apple’s visionOS presents opportunities for streaming, in-app purchases, and AR advertising.

The Vision Pro headset puts Apple at the forefront of the augmented reality discussion, but the device’s business focus and exorbitant pricing could limit wider appeal.

Adding mobile plans to existing Amazon Prime subscriptions has the potential to entice millions of wireless customers looking for a cheaper alternative.

Key stat: The top way US internet users discover new mobile apps is by searching or browsing app stores, cited by 44% of those surveyed for Airship by Sapio Research.

With 34 million developers, a massive app ecosystem, and a burgeoning ad business, Apple could fast-track its metaverse ambitions behind its MR headset announcement.