Francisco Jeronimo
@fjeronimo.bsky.social
VP Devices EMEA @ IDC || 📣 TEDx & Tech Speaker || 🏆TOP Influencer: 🏆#54 Marketing || 🏆#25 DX || 🏆#56 AI || 💡ex-Startup Founder || ♻️ Circular Economy
Samsung is planning to trial a co-branded credit card in the US next year, following the launch of the Apple Card in 2019.
This is a significant step forward for Samsung, enabling the company to expand its ecosystem and platform across hardware, software, and services.
This is a significant step forward for Samsung, enabling the company to expand its ecosystem and platform across hardware, software, and services.
November 11, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Samsung is planning to trial a co-branded credit card in the US next year, following the launch of the Apple Card in 2019.
This is a significant step forward for Samsung, enabling the company to expand its ecosystem and platform across hardware, software, and services.
This is a significant step forward for Samsung, enabling the company to expand its ecosystem and platform across hardware, software, and services.
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IDC Spotlight 👉https://www.microsoft.com/content/dam/microsoft/final/en-us/microsoft-brand/documents/IDC_EN-US.pdf
IDC Spotlight 👉https://www.microsoft.com/content/dam/microsoft/final/en-us/microsoft-brand/documents/IDC_EN-US.pdf
October 14, 2025 at 8:47 AM
🚨Millions of PCs globally will be at high risk of cyber-attacks, viruses and malware. Upgrade to Windows 11 for free or sign up for Microsoft's one-year extended security update for $30
IDC Spotlight 👉https://www.microsoft.com/content/dam/microsoft/final/en-us/microsoft-brand/documents/IDC_EN-US.pdf
IDC Spotlight 👉https://www.microsoft.com/content/dam/microsoft/final/en-us/microsoft-brand/documents/IDC_EN-US.pdf
💥 IDC Smartphone Q3 2025 Results are out:
💡 The smartphone market grew 🚀 2.6% YoY to 322.7 million units in Q3 2025
💡Apple delivered its best results ever in a July quarter
💡Samsung Electronics achieved its strongest July-quarter growth on record
💡IDC maintains a positive outlook for 2025
💡 The smartphone market grew 🚀 2.6% YoY to 322.7 million units in Q3 2025
💡Apple delivered its best results ever in a July quarter
💡Samsung Electronics achieved its strongest July-quarter growth on record
💡IDC maintains a positive outlook for 2025
October 13, 2025 at 8:58 PM
💥 IDC Smartphone Q3 2025 Results are out:
💡 The smartphone market grew 🚀 2.6% YoY to 322.7 million units in Q3 2025
💡Apple delivered its best results ever in a July quarter
💡Samsung Electronics achieved its strongest July-quarter growth on record
💡IDC maintains a positive outlook for 2025
💡 The smartphone market grew 🚀 2.6% YoY to 322.7 million units in Q3 2025
💡Apple delivered its best results ever in a July quarter
💡Samsung Electronics achieved its strongest July-quarter growth on record
💡IDC maintains a positive outlook for 2025
“With the titanium versions, Apple discovered that titanium isn’t an ideal material for managing heat,” Francisco Jeronimo, vice president of devices and data analytics at IDC Europe, told Newsweek."
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Apple’s New iPhones Are Prone to Scratching. Are Trump’s Tariffs to Blame?
Users are blaming tariffs for Apple moving back to aluminum, but experts point to heat issues, cost and broader supply chain shifts.
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September 26, 2025 at 12:21 PM
“With the titanium versions, Apple discovered that titanium isn’t an ideal material for managing heat,” Francisco Jeronimo, vice president of devices and data analytics at IDC Europe, told Newsweek."
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The Meta Ray-Ban Display marks a huge step forward into Meta's AR/AI ambitions, and it will contribute to accelerating Meta's position in the smart glasses category #MetaConnect2025
September 18, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The Meta Ray-Ban Display marks a huge step forward into Meta's AR/AI ambitions, and it will contribute to accelerating Meta's position in the smart glasses category #MetaConnect2025
Meta Connect is about to start. Watch live here 👉https://www.facebook.com/100080376596424/videos/1927325824791552
September 18, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Meta Connect is about to start. Watch live here 👉https://www.facebook.com/100080376596424/videos/1927325824791552
"Selon Francisco Jeronimo, vice-président des données et analyses sur les appareils chez IDC, « la stratégie d'Apple avec cette nouvelle gamme de produits vise à augmenter les taux de mise à niveau et à raccourcir les cycles de remplacement."
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September 17, 2025 at 10:25 PM
"Selon Francisco Jeronimo, vice-président des données et analyses sur les appareils chez IDC, « la stratégie d'Apple avec cette nouvelle gamme de produits vise à augmenter les taux de mise à niveau et à raccourcir les cycles de remplacement."
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"Francisco Jeronimo, Vice-President at IDC, said this is not the start of a new segment, but targets the same market as previous Plus models. Positioned between the standard iPhone and Pro versions, this follows the pattern established with MacBook Air and iPad Air"
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September 16, 2025 at 9:24 AM
"Francisco Jeronimo, Vice-President at IDC, said this is not the start of a new segment, but targets the same market as previous Plus models. Positioned between the standard iPhone and Pro versions, this follows the pattern established with MacBook Air and iPad Air"
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"Transmitido a partir do Apple Park, em Cupertino, o lançamento deverá ser suficiente para impulsionar um novo ciclo de compra dos smartphones da marca, explicou ao Expresso o vice-presidente associado da divisão de dispositivos na IDC EMEA, Francisco Jeronimo."
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Analistas: Apple não deslumbra mas novos iPhones vão impulsionar vendas
iPhone Air e versões Pro do iPhone 17 deverão dar um impulso às vendas da Apple, com uma diferenciação maior que em anos anteriores
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September 15, 2025 at 9:15 PM
"Transmitido a partir do Apple Park, em Cupertino, o lançamento deverá ser suficiente para impulsionar um novo ciclo de compra dos smartphones da marca, explicou ao Expresso o vice-presidente associado da divisão de dispositivos na IDC EMEA, Francisco Jeronimo."
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The strategy with the new product lineup is simple: increase upgrade rates and shorten replacement cycles. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max redesign, alongside the new iPhone 17 Air, will likely drive many users to upgrade, as the new aesthetics and thinner form factor will be distinctive factors.
September 15, 2025 at 2:42 PM
The strategy with the new product lineup is simple: increase upgrade rates and shorten replacement cycles. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max redesign, alongside the new iPhone 17 Air, will likely drive many users to upgrade, as the new aesthetics and thinner form factor will be distinctive factors.
“The biggest challenges with the foldables are the hinge, the foldable display and packing all technology into a slim form factor,” said Francisco Jeronimo, vice president at research firm IDC. The Air shows how much Apple has advanced in getting that form factor right."
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Apple Releases Thinner ‘iPhone Air,’ Seeking to Boost Upgrades With New Design
The tech giant, which has struggled to release AI features, unveiled new phone models with higher prices, potentially offsetting the impact of tariffs.
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September 15, 2025 at 2:35 PM
“The biggest challenges with the foldables are the hinge, the foldable display and packing all technology into a slim form factor,” said Francisco Jeronimo, vice president at research firm IDC. The Air shows how much Apple has advanced in getting that form factor right."
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“The new iPhone 17 lineup represents the biggest design overhaul since the iPhone X. In itself, this is a strong reason for users to upgrade,” Francisco Jeronimo, an analyst for the International Data Corporation (IDC)"
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The iPhone Air is Apple’s attempt to make smartphones exciting again | CNN Business
For the better part of the last decade, sharper cameras, bigger screens and longer battery life have defined annual smartphone upgrades.
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September 15, 2025 at 10:57 AM
“The new iPhone 17 lineup represents the biggest design overhaul since the iPhone X. In itself, this is a strong reason for users to upgrade,” Francisco Jeronimo, an analyst for the International Data Corporation (IDC)"
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"Francisco Jeronimo, an analyst with IDC, said the design refresh — which includes a new look for the other iPhones in addition to the iPhone Air — is about shortening the amount of time consumers wait to upgrade their devices."
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Who Actually Wants a Thinner iPhone?
The iPhone Air sacrifices battery life and camera performance at a premium price.
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September 15, 2025 at 10:06 AM
"Francisco Jeronimo, an analyst with IDC, said the design refresh — which includes a new look for the other iPhones in addition to the iPhone Air — is about shortening the amount of time consumers wait to upgrade their devices."
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Another Apple event happening today and there will be a lot of great announcements. Apple events are never short of surprises and more importantly, whatever the company announces, the impact in the industry will be significant as they are the trend setters
September 9, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Another Apple event happening today and there will be a lot of great announcements. Apple events are never short of surprises and more importantly, whatever the company announces, the impact in the industry will be significant as they are the trend setters
"Francisco Jeronimo, an analyst at IDC, said: “We are coming to a point where there’s no compromise in terms of weight and thickness of a device if you decide to buy a foldable."
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Field narrows in the race for the world’s thinnest smartphone
Foldable phones from Chinese companies such as Honor are forcing Samsung and Apple to raise their game, and the next iPhone is likely to be slimmer
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August 31, 2025 at 2:54 PM
"Francisco Jeronimo, an analyst at IDC, said: “We are coming to a point where there’s no compromise in terms of weight and thickness of a device if you decide to buy a foldable."
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"The foldable market has matured to the point where one-[size]-fits-all does not apply anymore," said Francisco Jeronimo, vice president of devices at IDC. "Some users will prioritize function, reliability and peace of mind over aesthetics," Jeronimo continued 👇
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Google Chose Durability Over Sleekness for the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, and That's OK
Commentary: While Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 prioritizes thinness, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold focuses on battery life and dust resistance. Take your pick.
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August 31, 2025 at 2:44 PM
"The foldable market has matured to the point where one-[size]-fits-all does not apply anymore," said Francisco Jeronimo, vice president of devices at IDC. "Some users will prioritize function, reliability and peace of mind over aesthetics," Jeronimo continued 👇
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The new Pixel 10 Pro Fold is built to address the biggest concern with foldables: durability. It's one of the first book-style foldables to achieve an IP68 rating, meaning it has top-tier protection against both dust and water. #MadeByGoogle
August 20, 2025 at 7:17 PM
The new Pixel 10 Pro Fold is built to address the biggest concern with foldables: durability. It's one of the first book-style foldables to achieve an IP68 rating, meaning it has top-tier protection against both dust and water. #MadeByGoogle
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August 20, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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Google’s deep integration of Gemini across the Pixel 10 lineup and Pixel Watch 4 marks a strategic shift in the smartphone value proposition—from competing on processing power to differentiating through proactive, AI-driven assistance. #madebyGoogle
August 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Google’s deep integration of Gemini across the Pixel 10 lineup and Pixel Watch 4 marks a strategic shift in the smartphone value proposition—from competing on processing power to differentiating through proactive, AI-driven assistance. #madebyGoogle
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Smartphone vendors are struggling to persuade consumers to upgrade, as differentiation between new models and brands has become increasingly difficult. Will Apple change the status quo if it launches its first foldable in 2026?👇
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Why folding phones are having a moment
Apple is reportedly planning to launch its first foldable iPhone in 2026, entering a market led by Samsung and Huawei. Popular in China and South Korea but still under 2% of global smartphone sales, f...
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August 18, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Smartphone vendors are struggling to persuade consumers to upgrade, as differentiation between new models and brands has become increasingly difficult. Will Apple change the status quo if it launches its first foldable in 2026?👇
www.cnbc.com/video/2025/0...
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