Google Pixel's market share in the US has seen significant growth, although initial reports may have been slightly exaggerated. Recent data indicates a clear upward trend, despite some volatility in daily figures.

Key Data and Trends

  • Averaged data from October 1st onwards shows Pixel holding a 12.2% market share, compared to iPhone's 52.9% and Samsung's 23.8%.
  • Prior to recent fluctuations, Pixel's share had already risen to over 8%.
  • This growth aligns with reports of record-breaking sales quarters for Pixel devices.

Data Volatility and Analysis

Initial reports suggesting a 20% market share for Pixel appear to be anomalies. The data, based on web traffic, is inherently volatile. However, the overall trend indicates substantial growth for Google's Pixel phones. For more insights on market trends, check out Africa's Smartphone Market.

Further Information

  • More detailed analysis will be possible as 2024 sales reports are released.
  • This growth follows Google's efforts to address major smartphone flaws, as seen in the Pixel 9.
  • Upcoming features like live sports scores in the 'At a Glance' widget could further boost Pixel's appeal. See Pixel 'At a Glance' Widget Might Show Sports Scores for more details.

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