Trends in information technology alltime directed in one direction - increasing sales growth and expanding markets. So, the analysts of IDC have increased this year's forecast for the sale of tablets by about 20 million units. It is not known where such hidden reserves will come from! But if we take into account that in 2013 the market for tablets Apple iPad will grow because of the devices, the screen diagonal of which is 8 inches, then this is quite a real figure.
Для тех, кого интересуют тенденции развития information technology, we give the figure of 172.4 million - the number of tablet computers in 2013. And this is most likely not the limit. The figure should increase to 190.9 million devices per year. In information technology, the trend is, above all, growth. The above figures suggest that from 2013 to 2016 the expected average annual increase in the supply of tablets will be 11%, that is, 350 million tablets at the end of 2017.
Как оказалось, планшеты с экраном 7-8 дюймов – the most convenient for consumers in solving everyday problems. Devices that have a large display diagonal are much less in demand. Naturally, the trend will depend on it. This will cause strong competition in this segment. The Chinese “nouneym” is three to four times cheaper than branded tablets, and the rivalry will gradually smooth this difference.
In addition, for the Apple iPad, the trend is alsocreativity. Today, iPods always have an extraordinary design, and their visual appeal is undeniable. But not only. Here, special attention is paid to protection from external damage. A good solution to this problem are covers. These accessories open all new trends in fashion. They are performed from different materials and are always stylish, creative due to non-standard variations. They will please everyone with their appearance, and protect an expensive device.
Covers are almost weightless, which is greatplus They will not delay the pocket. Apple has always strived for creativity. This is one of the main principles of its work. The case can be ordered for a specific model, given the size of your device.
As for other players in the market of mobile devices, here you need to pay attention to Google Android. Behind it remains the proportion of 48.8%.
In 2012, iOS kept at the level of 51%, while the current year threatens it to fall to 46%.
So in the future, both of these mobile operating systems will go almost on par with Apple. Yet the latter has some better prospects.
Microsoft analysts predict notWindows RT is particularly popular. Its market share is expected not higher than 3%. However, lately, Windows 8 will grow - 1% (2012) to 7.4% (2017). According to experts, Microsoft should focus on one direction and pull it to the maximum.
As for the market of devices for reading, thenIn 2011, 26.4 million e-books were sold. It was the peak of deliveries. Last year, the figure was reduced to 18.2, and in 2013 and 2014, e-books will sell better. Nevertheless, from 2015 we should expect a reduction in this market segment and, in the end, its complete disappearance.
Whether these forecasts are reliable - time will tell.Indeed, in the world of high technology, a trend is something that often changes. But one thing is certain: the manufacturers of mobile gadgets will give us many more surprises. Let's hope they all turn out to be nice.
