Today in Tech “The smartphone is dead”? Why tech titans might be wrong | Ep. 230
May 27, 2025
Ramon Llamas, Research Director at IDC, dives into the debate on the smartphone's future as tech titans predict its decline. He discusses the rise of smart glasses, wearables, and AI innovations while questioning their ability to replace smartphones. Llamas highlights Apple's pivotal role and the unique challenges of emerging tech. Privacy concerns around smart glasses and the significance of smartphones in everyday life are also unpacked. Is the smartphone really dead? Not so fast, according to this insightful conversation!
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Tech Leaders Predict Smartphone Death
- Many tech leaders predict smartphones will die, peddling new devices like smart glasses or tattoos.
- However, replacing the smartphone will require significant technological breakthroughs, so it's not imminent.
Smartphone Market Remains Strong
- Over a billion smartphones ship annually and sales still show growth.
- Smartphones remain essential devices for most people, indicating they are not going anywhere soon.
No Clear Smartphone Replacement
- There is no consensus on a single device to replace the smartphone yet.
- Alternatives like smart glasses or earbuds depend on further development and social acceptance.