Retail volume sales of computers declined by 6% in 2017, hit by the economic slowdown and the strong competition from smartphones. Most consumers use their own computers for recreation purposes rather than work when staying at home or travelling. With the growing penetration rate for smartphones and the popularity of large-screen smartphones (screen size >= 5.5”), a growing number of consumers do not feel the need to own or replace their computer with a new one, as they can browse ... Read more
