Apple and Samsung dominate 2026 Q2 smartphone market as Huawei announces Mate XT 2 launch

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In the second quarter of 2026, the global smartphone market contracted by 11%, yet market concentration among top players increased. According to Counterpoint Research, Apple and Samsung dominated the landscape, with each brand securing five of the top ten best-selling models. Together, these ten models accounted for 26% of global sales. The iPhone 17 emerged as the world's most popular smartphone, capturing 6% of the market, followed by the iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 17 Pro.

On the Android side, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra was the top-selling model, marking a significant milestone as the first ultra-premium Android device to lead Android sales in a June quarter. Samsung's Galaxy A series also maintained a strong presence in the top ten due to its competitive pricing and long-term software support.

Separately, Huawei has officially scheduled a major product launch for September 7 at 14:30. The event is expected to feature the debut of the Mate XT 2, a new tri-fold smartphone, alongside the official release of HarmonyOS 7. Rumors regarding the Mate XT 2 suggest it may utilize a new U-shaped or G-shaped inward-folding mechanism to enhance screen durability, potentially featuring a Kirin 9050 Pro chipset and a battery capacity exceeding 6,000 mAh.

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Apple · Counterpoint Research · HarmonyOS · HarmonyOS 7 · HarmonyOS Smart Home · Huawei · Kirin · Kirin 9050 · Kirin 9050 Pro · Mate XT 2 · Mate XT 2 · Samsung

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 4 SOURCES] The Mate XT 2 may include a battery capacity of 6,000 mAh or more. www.ceotech.it · www.iphonemod.net
[● 4 SOURCES] The Mate XT 2 may feature a U-shaped or G-shaped inward folding mechanism to protect the screen. www.iphonemod.net · www.mobilemagazinehk.com · qooah.com
[● 6 SOURCES] HarmonyOS 7 will be showcased during the September 7 event. www.batista70phone.com · www.ceotech.it · www.iphonemod.net · www.medcom.id · qooah.com
[● 4 SOURCES] The Mate 90 series is expected to be released in late September. www.ceotech.it · yesky.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The Mate XT 2 could utilize UFG glass for improved durability. www.batista70phone.com · www.ceotech.it · www.elbalad.news
[● 9 SOURCES] The Mate XT 2 is rumored to use the Kirin 9050 Pro chipset. www.batista70phone.com · www.ceotech.it · www.iphonemod.net · www.elbalad.news · www.transmedia.cl · +2 more
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Mate XT 2 might feature a 200-megapixel main camera.
[● 9 SOURCES] Huawei will host a product launch event on September 7 at 14:30. www.batista70phone.com · www.ceotech.it · www.iphonemod.net · www.mobilemagazinehk.com · qooah.com · +3 more
[● 5 SOURCES] The global smartphone market experienced an 11% year-on-year decline in the second quarter of 2026. www.mucadelegazetesi.com.tr · www.tigrishaber.com · todaytech.eu · tbreak.com · www.199it.com
[● 5 SOURCES] The iPhone 17 was the world's best-selling smartphone in the second quarter of 2026, capturing 6% of global unit sales. www.tigrishaber.com · todaytech.eu · tbreak.com · www.ticarihayat.com · www.199it.com
[● 5 SOURCES] Apple and Samsung each occupied five spots in the global top 10 most sold smartphone models, collectively accounting for 26% of global sales. www.mucadelegazetesi.com.tr · www.tigrishaber.com · todaytech.eu · tbreak.com · www.199it.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra was the best-selling Android smartphone in the second quarter of 2026. www.mucadelegazetesi.com.tr · tbreak.com · www.199it.com