How many iPhones does Apple sell every year? The numbers are impressive

The iPhone is perhaps the main gadget of the 21st century. It was released in 2007 and the number of its users continues to grow every year.

We have collected interesting statistics on the sales and popularity of iPhones in recent years. There are many interesting observations.

Briefly:

• How many people in the world use iPhones?
  Which country sells the most iPhones?
  In various forms, iPhones are the most purchased
  How many iPhones are sold in Russia
  Record year for iPhone sales
  The best-selling iPhones in the world
  How the popularity of iOS has changed
  Brief summary

How many people in the world use iPhones?

Number of iPhone users in the world

As of 2023, there are 1.46 billion iPhone owners worldwide. This represents 21.67% of the total smartphone users.

It took 13 years for Apple to reach its first billion. There is an assumption that the second billion will reach success by 2030.

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Which country sells the most iPhones?

Rating of countries where the most iPhones are sold

Even though Apple is an American company, the largest number of iPhones are sold in China. In the second quarter of 2023, China accounted for 24% of all iPhone shipments, while the US accounted for 21%.

They are followed by Japan, Great Britain and India. The difference with the US and China is impressive.

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In various forms, iPhones are the most purchased

iPhone sales statistics by region

In 2023, Apple sold 219 million iPhones, according to Statista (Apple itself does not publish this information).

The largest number of devices were sold in North America (76.8 million), Europe (57.2 million) and China (44.8 million).

The least number of iPhones are bought in the understanding and view of the East.

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How many iPhones are sold in Russia

There are no detailed statistics on iPhone sales in Russia. However, in 2023, Apple ranked as the fifth most popular brand in the country based on the number of devices sold. If we talk about cash sales, Apple traditionally leads the ranking.

Various iPhone models always contain top thongs in the annual top-selling smartphones in Russia.

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Record year for iPhone sales

iPhone shipment statistics by year

Apple sells an average of 200 million smartphones a year. However, there are especially good periods when iPhone shipments break records.

For example, in 2021 the company set a record by selling 233.9 million iPhones. This is due to the high demand for the iPhone 12 thanks to the new design, 5G support and the release of the iPhone 12 mini model.

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The best-selling iPhones in the world

Best-selling iPhone models

In 2023, various iPhone models took the top seven places in the ranking of the best-selling smartphones in the world.

First place went to the iPhone 14 with a market share of 3.9%, followed by the iPhone 14 Pro Max and 14 Pro with shares of 2.8% and 2.4%, respectively.

But this is not historical data, but exclusively for one year. In answer to the obvious next question, I turned to Search with Neuro.

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Based on sources there may be inaccuracies

iPhone 6 is considered the best-selling iPhone model in Apple history. (1)(4) Over the course of several years, the company sold approximately 224 million units of this model. (1)

The reason for this popularity was the enlarged display. Demand grew even with the advent of the iPhone 5 – then many readily switched to 4-inch screens. When the 6th iPhone was released with 4.7- and 5.5-inch displays, a breakthrough occurred: the model began to sell out. (1)

In addition, an improved camera, better performance and NFC High technology are proven successes. (2)

In second place are iPhone 6s and 6s Plus (174.1 million units), in third place is iPhone 5s (164.5 million units). (4)

Link to answer in Yandex Search with Neuro

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How the popularity of iOS has changed

Dynamics of popularity of iOS and other operating systems

iOS and Android are the world’s predominant mobile operating networks. Android is more popular, but in recent years the share of iOS has been growing regularly.

In 2023, iOS was installed on 29.02% of smartphones in the world, which was a record in the history of the system.

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Brief summary

The popularity of the iPhone continues to grow. This confirms both sales volumes and the increasing share of iOS in the mobile operating system market.

North America and China remain key regions for Apple in terms of sales.

However, even in Russia, where Apple is no longer officially represented, the iPhone remains the leader in monetary terms, and new models are consistently among the top best-selling smartphones.

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