According to this International Data Company” Computer shipments expected to increase by 3.7% It will reach 261.4 million in 2024”, which will still remain lower than the volume observed in 2019 before the global COVID-19 crisis. However, analysts predict a rise for next year, while forecasts for 2023 remains rather pessimistic.
According to experts, “the industry is facing many challenges”. cycle Equipment renewal time extended. Consumers are increasingly postponing the date of purchasing a new computer and, above all, they want to buy the right device at the right price. Nor can institutions be spared: Budgets are low in the largest markets. THE U.S. Department of Education spending down That’s about $3.7 billion this year.
PC sales to recover in 2024 after dire results in 2023
In 2023, “sales are expected to decrease by 13.7% to 252 million units”. According to the research director at IDC, “Consumer demand for PCs is also facing these challenges: competition from smartphones, consoles and other tablets These devices are increasingly replacing computers for the most mundane tasks, such as browsing the Web or checking email. According to IDC, “by 2023, consumer computer shipments will be Biggest annual drop since category inception “.
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Also, Ryan Reith, vice president of IDC, reminds that Microsoft will play a big role in renewing the equipment. He says: “Support for Windows 10 is scheduled to end in 2025, which will spur innovation whether businesses are waiting for more advanced PCs or simply owning new PCs. an aging park needs updating “Apple will also have a card to play in this economic recovery, according to Mr. Reith.
