Information technology development trends are always directed in one direction - increasing sales growth and expanding markets. So, this year IDC analysts increased the forecast for tablet sales by approximately 20 million pieces this year. It is not known where such hidden reserves will come from! But if you take into account that in 2013 the Apple iPad tablet market will grow due to devices with a screen diagonal of 8 inches, then this is a very real figure.
For those who are interested in trends in the development of information technology, we give the figure of 172.4 million - the number of tablet computers in 2013. And this, most likely, is not the limit. The figure should increase to 190.9 million devices per year. In information technology, a trend is, above all, growth. The above figures indicate that from 2013 to 2016, the expected average annual increase in tablet shipments will be 11%, i.e. 350 million tablets at the end of 2017.
As it turned out, tablets with a screen of 7-8 inches are the most convenient for consumers in solving everyday tasks. Devices that have a large display diagonal are much less in demand. Naturally, the trend will depend on this. This will cause strong competition in this segment. The Chinese "noun" is three to four times cheaper than branded tablets, and rivalry will gradually smooth out this difference.
In addition, the trend for the Apple iPad is also creativity. Today, iPods always have an extraordinary design, and their visual appeal is undeniable. But not only. Here, special attention is paid to protection against external damage. Covers are a good solution to this problem. These accessories open up all new trends in fashion. They are performed from different materials and always stylish, creative due to non-standard variations. They will please everyone with their appearance, and protect an expensive device.
Covers are almost weightless, which is a big plus. They will not pull a pocket. Apple has always been committed to creativity. This is one of the main principles of her work. A cover can be ordered for a specific model, taking into account the size of your device.
As for other players in the mobile device market, here you need to pay attention to Google Android. The share remains at the level of 48.8%.
In 2012, iOS kept at 51%, the current year for it threatens to fall to 46%.
So in the future, both of these mobile OS will go almost on a par with Apple. Nevertheless, the latter has somewhat better prospects.
Microsoft analysts are predicting not very much popularity of Windows RT. Its market share is expected to be no higher than 3%. However, in recent years, Windows 8 has grown - 1% (2012) to 7.4% (2017). According to experts, Microsoft should focus on one direction and stretch it to the maximum.
As for the market for reading devices, in 2011, 26.4 million e-books were sold. It was the peak of supplies. Last year, the figure fell to 18.2, and in 2013 and 2014, e-books will sell better. Nevertheless, from 2015 we should expect a reduction in this market segment and, in the end, its complete disappearance.
Whether these forecasts are reliable, time will tell. Indeed, in the world of high technology, a trend is something that often changes. But one thing is for sure: manufacturers of mobile gadgets will bring us many more surprises. Let's hope that all of them will be pleasant.