The global smartphone market experienced a decline in the second quarter, with shipments reportedly hitting their lowest level in 13 years due to a memory chip crunch. However, there is some uncertainty about the market's performance, as one report suggests a 1% increase in the first quarter, and another notes a 1.5% year-over-year increase in the second quarter of 2025. Apple's global smartphone shipments are said to have grown to a record 20% market share.