U.S. Handheld Device and Converged Handheld Device Forecast and Analysis, 2003-2007

SUMMARY

Abstract

The U.S. handheld device and converged handheld device industries are facing significant external and internal challenges. From economic instability and security fears to shaken consumer confidence and limited enterprise spending on information technology, the mobile device demand environment is tougher than ever. Internally, hardware is moving toward commoditization, form factor and platform competition continue to increase, and first-time device purchases are giving way to replacement sales. In light of such challenges, this IDC study examines the outlook for 2003-2007 in the domestic handheld and converged handheld device industries, offering analysis and forecasts by form factor, price band, and platform.

"Facing the pressure of such difficult market conditions, it is more important than ever for vendors and enterprises to commit to a careful, considered mobile device development or implementation strategy. This study outlines our recommendations and guidance to safely navigate the present challenges within the U.S. handheld device and converged handheld device industries while building a vision for future success." - Alex Slawsby, research analyst, Smart Handheld Devices

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents

1 IDC OPINION

2 IN THIS STUDY

• 2.1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• 2.2 METHODOLOGY
  • 2.2.1 PRIMARY DATA SOURCES
  • 2.2.2 SECONDARY SOURCES

3 SITUATION OVERVIEW

4 FUTURE OUTLOOK

• 4.1 FORECAST AND ASSUMPTIONS
  • 4.1.1 HANDHELD DEVICES
    • 4.1.1.1 FORM FACTORS
      • 4.1.1.1.1 Table: U.S. HANDHELD DEVICE SHIPMENTS, VALUE OF SHIPMENTS, AND AVERAGE SYSTEM PRICE BY FORM FACTOR, 2001-2007
    • 4.1.1.2 PLATFORMS
      • 4.1.1.2.1 Table: U.S. HANDHELD DEVICE SHIPMENTS BY OPERATING SYSTEM, 2001-2007
      • 4.1.1.2.2 Table: U.S. KEYPAD-BASED HANDHELD DEVICE SHIPMENTS BY OPERATING SYSTEM, 2001-2007
      • 4.1.1.2.3 Table: U.S. PEN-BASED HANDHELD DEVICE SHIPMENTS BY OPERATING SYSTEM, 2001-2007
      • 4.1.1.2.4 Table: U.S. KEYPAD-BASED HANDHELD DEVICE SHIPMENTS BY PRICE BAND, 2001-2007
      • 4.1.1.2.5 Table: U.S. PEN-BASED HANDHELD DEVICE SHIPMENTS BY PRICE BAND, 2001-2007
  • 4.1.2 CONVERGED HANDHELD DEVICES
    • 4.1.2.1 FORM FACTORS
      • 4.1.2.1.1 Table: U.S. CONVERGED HANDHELD DEVICE SHIPMENTS, VALUE OF SHIPMENTS, AND AVERAGE SYSTEM PRICE, 2001-2007
    • 4.1.2.2 PLATFORMS
      • 4.1.2.2.1 Table: U.S. CONVERGED HANDHELD DEVICE SHIPMENTS BY OPERATING SYSTEM, 2001-2007
      • 4.1.2.2.2 Table: U.S. CONVERGED HANDHELD DEVICE SHIPMENTS BY PRICE BAND, 2001-2007
      • 4.1.2.2.3 Table: U.S. HANDHELD DEVICE SHIPMENTS BY VENDOR, 2001 AND 2002
      • 4.1.2.2.4 Table: U.S. PEN-BASED HANDHELD DEVICE SHIPMENTS BY VENDOR, 2001 AND 2002
      • 4.1.2.2.5 Table: U.S. KEYPAD-BASED HANDHELD DEVICE SHIPMENTS BY VENDOR, 2001 AND 2002
      • 4.1.2.2.6 Table: U.S. CONVERGED HANDHELD DEVICE SHIPMENTS BY VENDOR, 2001 AND 2002
      • 4.1.2.2.7 Table: KEY FORECAST ASSUMPTIONS FOR THE U.S. HANDHELD DEVICE MARKET, 2003-2007
      • 4.1.2.2.8 Table: KEY FORECAST ASSUMPTIONS FOR THE U.S. CONVERGED HANDHELD DEVICE MARKET, 2003-2007

5 ESSENTIAL GUIDANCE

6 LEARN MORE

• 6.1 COMPLETE IDC MOBILE DEVICE SEGMENTATION
  • 6.1.1 MOBILE PHONES
    • 6.1.1.1 Figure: MOBILE PHONE EXAMPLES
  • 6.1.2 HANDHELD DEVICES
    • 6.1.2.1 PEN-BASED HANDHELDS
      • 6.1.2.1.1 Figure: PEN-BASED HANDHELD DEVICE EXAMPLES
    • 6.1.2.2 KEYPAD-BASED HANDHELDS
      • 6.1.2.2.1 Figure: KEYPAD-BASED HANDHELD DEVICE EXAMPLES
  • 6.1.3 CONVERGED HANDHELD DEVICES
    • 6.1.3.1 Figure: CONVERGED HANDHELD DEVICE EXAMPLES
  • 6.1.4 VERTICAL APPLICATION DEVICES
    • 6.1.4.1 VERTICAL PEN-BASED HANDHELDS
      • 6.1.4.1.1 Figure: VERTICAL PEN-BASED HANDHELD EXAMPLES
    • 6.1.4.2 VERTICAL KEYPAD-BASED HANDHELDS
      • 6.1.4.2.1 Figure: VERTICAL KEYPAD-BASED HANDHELD EXAMPLES
    • 6.1.4.3 VERTICAL PEN-BASED TABLETS
      • 6.1.4.3.1 Figure: VERTICAL KEYPAD-BASED TABLET EXAMPLES
• 6.2 RELATED RESEARCH
  • 6.2.1 WORLDWIDE HANDSET QVIEW
  • 6.2.2 WORLDWIDE HANDHELD QVIEW
  • 6.2.3 SPECIAL REPORTS
  • 6.2.4 SMART HANDHELD DEVICES: OVERVIEW
  • 6.2.5 SMART HANDHELD DEVICES: ENTERPRISE
  • 6.2.6 SMART HANDHELD DEVICES: SOLUTIONS
  • 6.2.7 SMART HANDHELD DEVICES: TECHNOLOGY
• 6.3 HOW TO CONTACT IDC'S SMART HANDHELD DEVICE TEAM
• 6.4 SYNOPSIS