Below are some of the key findings from our analysis of the mobile computer market

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Global mobile computer market overview
The global mobile computer market research report predicts the market to grow moderately at a CAGR of more than 4% by 2020. Factors such as the increased internet penetration and the growing utilization of devices like tablets, smartphones, laptops, and notebooks will bolster the prospects for growth in this market. Also, the increased demand from consumers for the latest electronic device technologies and the rising demand for mobile computing devices from the emerging economies in APAC will aid in the mobile computer market growth during the forecast period.
The augmented demand for mobile computers from enterprises is a key mobile computer market driver. Recently, it has been observed that many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) have been adopting mobile computing devices due to factors like increased mobile workforce, enhanced functionalities of mobile devices, and declining prices of the devices. The ability of these devices to help employees in accessing information on a real-time basis will lead to its augmented adoption during the forecast period.
Segmentation by product type and analysis of the mobile computer market
- Smartphones
- Tablets
- Laptops
- Notebooks
The smartphones segment held the highest mobile computer market share during the forecast period. At present, this market segment accounts for a share of more than 69% and is envisaged to further enhance its hold over the market by the end of 2020 owing to the devices’ rapidly declining average selling price (ASP).
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Geographical segmentation of the mobile computer market
In this mobile computer market forecast report, analysts have estimated the APAC region to account for a market share of more than 62% during the forecast period. The recent increase in the penetration of these devices in emerging markets like India and China is a significant factor that propels market growth in this region during the predicted period. In APAC, the adoption of smartphones is rising immensely owing to the increase in online retailing and gaming activities.
Top mobile computer manufacturers in the market
In this market study, analysts have estimated that vendors like Apple, Samsung, Lenovo, HP, and Dell will dominate the global market for mobile computers during the predicted period. The vendors in this market compete on the basis of product pricing and after sales service. Recent technological advances and growing investments in the R&D of new cost effective products will result in the strong growth of this market during the forecast period.
According to this mobile computer market analysis report, the key vendors in this market are -
- Samsung
- Apple
- HP
- Dell
- Xiaomi
- Lenovo
Other prominent vendors in the market include Sony, Acer, Asus, Blackberry, HTC, Huawei, LG, Microsoft, Toshiba, and Xiaomi.
Key questions answered in the report include
- What will the market size and the growth rate be in 2020?
- What are the key factors driving the global mobile computer market?
- What are the key market trends impacting the growth of the mobile computer market?
- What are the challenges to market growth?
- Who are the key vendors in this market space?
- What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global mobile computer market?
- Trending factors influencing the market shares of the Americas, APAC, and EMEA.
- What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the mobile computer market?
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Table of Contents
PART 01: Executive summary
PART 02: Scope of the report
- Market overview
- Top-vendor offerings
PART 03: Market research methodology
- Research methodology
- Economic indicators
PART 04: Introduction
PART 05: Market landscape
- Value chain of mobile computing devices
- Supply chain of mobile computing devices
- Market overview
- Market size and forecast
- Five forces analysis
PART 06: Market segmentation by product
PART 07: Geographical segmentation
PART 08: Key leading countries
PART 09: Market drivers
- Rising demand for mobile computers from enterprises
- Strong need for connectivity
- Declining ASPs of mobile computer devices
- Reduced shelf life
- Growing demand for portability
PART 10: Impact of drivers
PART 11: Market challenges
- Intense competition among vendors and segments
- Short battery life of mobile computing devices
- Lack of proper infrastructure
- Privacy and security concerns
- Understanding customer preferences
PART 12: Impact of drivers and challenges
PART 13: Market trends
- High acceptance of BYOD and COPE strategies
- Rising investment in mobile computing devices
- Rapid advances in technology
PART 14: Vendor landscape
PART 15: Appendix
PART 16: Explore Technavio
Research Framework
Technavio presents a detailed picture of the market by way of study, synthesis, and summation of data from multiple sources. The analysts have presented the various facets of the market with a particular focus on identifying the key industry influencers. The data thus presented is comprehensive, reliable, and the result of extensive research, both primary and secondary.
INFORMATION SOURCES
Primary sources
- Manufacturers and suppliers
- Channel partners
- Industry experts
- Strategic decision makers
Secondary sources
- Industry journals and periodicals
- Government data
- Financial reports of key industry players
- Historical data
- Press releases
DATA ANALYSIS
Data Synthesis
- Collation of data
- Estimation of key figures
- Analysis of derived insights
Data Validation
- Triangulation with data models
- Reference against proprietary databases
- Corroboration with industry experts
REPORT WRITING
Qualitative
- Market drivers
- Market challenges
- Market trends
- Five forces analysis
Quantitative
- Market size and forecast
- Market segmentation
- Geographical insights
- Competitive landscape