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iPhone Shipments Jump 24% in 2025, iPhone 16 Series Leads Charge

Apple's iPhone shipments in India saw a robust 24% year-on-year increase for the full year 2025, according to a CMR report. The iPhone 16 series was the standout, capturing 57% of total iPhone shipments for the year. While iPhone shipments dipped slightly in Q4, iPad sales surged by 95% during the same quarter, showing strong end-of-year momentum. The iPad 11 series dominated the tablet segment, commanding 68% of full-year iPad shipments.

Key Points: Apple iPhone Shipments Surge 24% in India for 2025

  • iPhone shipments grew 24% YoY in 2025
  • iPhone 16 series was top performer with 57% share
  • iPad shipments saw massive 95% growth in Q4 2025
  • iPad 11 series dominated tablet market with 68% share
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Apple iPhone shipments surge 24 pc in 2025

Apple's iPhone shipments grew 24% in India in 2025, led by the iPhone 16 series. iPad sales also saw strong Q4 growth of 95%.

Apple iPhone shipments surge 24 pc in 2025
"Apple's full-year 2025 performance in India reflects healthy underlying demand dynamics - Prabhu Ram"

New Delhi, Jan 24

Apple had a strong year in 2025 as iPhone shipments grew 24 per cent year-on-year in 2025 compared to 2024, data showed on Saturday.

According to a report by CyberMedia Research (CMR) accessed by IANS, the iPhone shipments in 2025 outperformed iPads, which saw a modest growth of 2 per cent.

"Apple's full-year 2025 performance in India reflects healthy underlying demand dynamics," Prabhu Ram, VP-Industry Research Group, CMR, said.

"iPads remained resilient, supported by refreshed iPad launches, reinforcing Apple's strength across both productivity and premium segments," Ram added.

The standout performer was the iPhone 16 series, which became Apple's most successful smartphone lineup of the year.

It accounted for 57 per cent of total iPhone shipments, making it the best-performing iPhone model of the year, according to the report.

The iPhone 15 series followed with a 24 per cent share, while the newer iPhone 17 series captured 10 per cent of the market.

The iPhone 16e also made a notable contribution with a 6 per cent share.

However, in Q4 2025, iPhone shipments dipped slightly by 3 per cent compared to Q4 2024.

iPads recorded a massive 95 per cent year-on-year growth during the same period. This shows that while iPhones dominated the full year, iPads gained strong traction toward the end of 2025.

The dominance of the iPhone 16 series was also visible in Q4 2025. During the quarter, the iPhone 16 series held a 50 per cent market share, maintaining its leadership position.

The iPhone 17 series gained momentum in Q4 with a 24 per cent share, while the iPhone 15 series stood at 17 per cent.

The iPhone 16e accounted for the remaining 8 per cent, according to the data.

On the iPad side, Apple's lineup saw a different trend. For the full year 2025, the iPad 11 series emerged as the clear winner, commanding 68 per cent of total iPad shipments.

The iPad Air 2025 series followed with a 21 per cent share, while the iPad Pro 2024 and 2025 series together contributed a smaller portion of the market.

In Q4 2025, the dominance of the iPad 11 series became even stronger, with its market share rising to 76 per cent.

The iPad Pro 2025 series captured 13 per cent, and the iPad Air 2025 series accounted for 9 per cent.

- IANS

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Priya S
Interesting to see the iPad growth in Q4! 95% is no joke. Maybe more students and professionals are opting for it as a productivity device post-festive season sales? The education discounts must be helping.
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Rohit P
While the growth is impressive, I hope this doesn't mean our domestic brands like Lava and Micromax get completely sidelined. We need a healthy mix. Apple's success is good, but self-reliance in tech is also important for the country.
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Sarah B
The data shows a clear preference for the "e" model and the newer series gaining share by Q4. Consumers are getting smarter, waiting for the right model or a price drop. The EMI options and exchange offers are a game-changer in India.
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Vikram M
24% growth YoY is fantastic for such a premium segment. It reflects the growing purchasing power of the Indian middle class. However, the slight dip in Q4 might be due to people waiting for the next big sale or the iPhone 17. Festive season spillover?
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Karthik V
The iPad 11 series with 68% share... wow! It's probably the best value-for-money iPad for most users in India. Perfect for online classes, content consumption, and light work. Apple has finally cracked the code for the price-sensitive yet quality-conscious Indian buyer.

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