Intelligent Audio Devices

The global market for personal smart audio devices saw a strong rebound in the third quarter of 2024, with total shipments approaching 126 million units, up 15% from the same period last year, according to Canalys data. This growth trend suggests that the market has managed to shake off the downturn of 2023, and is showing good momentum for a sustained rebound. All major sub-regions have benefited from this generalized growth, with double-digit growth in shipments across all major product categories. Among the various markets, India was a particularly strong performer, with shipment growth of 51%, an increase of approximately 9 million units from the third quarter of 2023. This ...