In Business Since 2001 We accept Paypal
Home for Writers for Publishers Article Directory Article Search Contact
Directory of Ezines  
Products & Services
Article Distribution
Ghost Writing Services

Multiple Traffic Streams Report
Redneck Product Creation

Article Marketing Ebooks now available at: WritingPuzzle.com

Site Navigation
Home
+ FAQ

FAQ

+ Contact Us
+ Article Software

Use one of our Software Plugins to receive Articles from our site:

WordPress Content Plugin

Article Dashboard Content Plugin

+ About Us
+ Ebooks
+ Blogs
+ Social Media
+ Extra Pages
Search Tools
+ Search Our Articles
Article Directory
+ Authors
+ Articles
thePhantomWriters Blog
Get RSS Feed

Did Google Finally Kill Article Marketing Forever?
Early Indications Are That Google Farmer Update Loves Quality Syndicated Content
Detailed Insight into the Cooks Source Magazine PR Debacle
Increase Your Profits From Google Page One
Understanding How To Be Successful With Article Marketing
Temporary Issue with Article Distributions
Computer Upgrade
New Service Upgrades in Place
Are You Paying Too Much For Traffic? Increase Clicks 40-Fold With This PPC Strategy
How To Use Disinformation To Foul Up Your Competition In The SEO Game
Recommended Sites
Live Marketing Chat (Free) Saturday 8pm EST
Register for Notifications

 

 



IPhone Vs BlackBerry - The Smart Phone Battle Heats Up

Copyright (c) 2008-2012

Last year, Apple (AAPL) upended the smart phone industry with the release of the iPhone. This year, some analysts wonder if the upcoming release of the Google (GOOG) Android operating system could shake up the industry as well.

No, according to a new ChangeWave survey of 3,597 consumers, which finds the battle for smart phone supremacy has transformed into a two-horse race between Research-in-Motion’s (RIMM) BlackBerry and the Apple iPhone.

RIM dominates current smart phone sales among consumers, but the Apple iPhone shows tremendous momentum going forward. At the same time, Palm (PALM) and its Treo continue to struggle through extremely hard times.

RIM Rules Current Market, But Apple Is Gaining

RIM (42%; down 1-pt) maintains its towering lead in current smart phone market share, even as number two Palm (16%; down 2-pts) continues its two year losing streak. This was the seventh-consecutive ChangeWave survey in which Palm’s market share has dropped.

Now within striking distance of Palm, the Apple iPhone (9%) continues to score exceptional growth in the smart phone market. Customer satisfaction ratings point out why.

Smart Phone Reviews

If customer satisfaction is a good indicator of future growth, Apple occupies the sweet spot. An extraordinary four-in-five iPhone owners (79%) report they’re Very Satisfied with their iPhone - a significant lead over number two RIM (54%) and far ahead of all other major manufacturers.

We note that Palm (22%) again ranks at the bottom in terms of customer satisfaction.

Going Forward: iPhone Has Momentum

Looking ahead, better than one-in-three (35%) respondents planning to purchase a smartphone in the next 90 days say they’ll purchase an Apple iPhone - a 12-point leap since the previous survey in January.

RIM (29%) comes in second - down 3-points from previously, while Palm (3%) looks set to take yet another big hit, falling 5-points.

The Apple surge in planned buying is at least partially attributable to the recent flurry of announcements regarding the iPhone’s Software Development Kit and its new 2.0 Operating System. A total of 10% of respondents say this new development has made them More Likely to buy an iPhone in the future.

Mobile OS - The Androids Are Coming?

We also asked respondents which mobile operating system they’d like to have on the phone they plan on buying. As expected, the consumer market is dominated by the popular RIM and Apple smartphone operating systems.

Note that the Google Android OS isn’t being offered yet to the general public, and it’s still too early to gauge its full impact. However, the survey sheds initial light on the smart phone market potential for the Android.

While just 2% of respondents say they’re Very Likely to use the Android operating system, another 15% say they’re Somewhat Likely.

“These numbers do show some consumer interest in the Android Operating System,” says Tobin Smith, founder of ChangeWave Research and editor of ChangeWave Investing. “But based on the ultra-competitive battle between RIM and Apple, there’s little likelihood of the Android gaining traction on either one’s OS. They’re sucking up all the oxygen in this market.”

“The Android’s potential niche appears to be with a handful of second tier smart phone players like HTC,” he added

Another Two-Way War - But Among Service Providers

Beyond the RIM vs. Apple battle there is another two-sided war - this time among cellular service providers - with Verizon (VZ) (31%; up 1-pt) maintaining a slim lead over AT&T (T) (29%; up 1-pt) in current market share.

But over the next 90 days, AT&T (28%; up 3-pts) appears all set to get a boost based on Apple’s recent well received announcements. As Apple planned buying increases, so does AT&T’s because of their exclusive carrier agreement with Apple.

Going forward, Verizon (22%) registers a 1-pt uptick in planned buying. Later this month, we will release a follow-up ChangeWave report with additional insight on consumer likes and dislikes for the major smart phone manufacturers. You’ll be able to access the report at the link immediately below.


About The Author:
For the latest ChangeWave news on technology trends and companies, visit:
Changewave The ChangeWave research network is composed of 15,000 highly qualified business and technology professionals. Members are surveyed on a range of topics, and the findings are converted into quantitative and qualitative reports.

Follow "The Phantom Writers" on Twitter (@phantomwriters)
to be notified when new articles are made available.


VOTE ON THIS ARTICLE
Needs Work >> 0 - 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 << Excellent Article

Tell our authors what you think about their article.


Top-Level Category: Shopping Articles

10 Most Recent Articles Written by Paul Carton

Corporate IT Spending is Weak - But Research In Motion Blows Away the Smart Phone Market Competition
Written by: Paul Carton | Distributed: 2008-06-12 | Word Count: 658 | Page Views: 956 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.00
Corporate IT spending is far less robust elsewhere, however. After a long and unsettling decline there are signs the spending slowdown may be stabilizing.

Costco and Wal-Mart Lead a Consumer Revolution
Written by: Paul Carton | Distributed: 2008-06-05 | Word Count: 895 | Page Views: 1282 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 4.50
A new ChangeWave survey shows a continuing powerful consumer movement towards discount retailers and wholesale clubs - even as overall consumer spending is rising for the first time in nearly a year.

Corporate America Turns Out the Lights - Surprising Reduction in US Corporate Energy Usage
Written by: Paul Carton | Distributed: 2008-05-20 | Word Count: 833 | Page Views: 902 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 3.00
A sea change is occurring in the way U.S. businesses view energy consumption, according to a March 24-28 ChangeWave survey of 1,400 respondents knowledgeable about their company's energy spending.

IPhone Vs BlackBerry: Consumers Speak Out
Written by: Paul Carton | Distributed: 2008-05-12 | Word Count: 827 | Page Views: 1143 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 1.67
ChangeWave's recent Smart Phone report showed a rapidly evolving two-horse race between Research In Motion's (RIMM) BlackBerry and the Apple (AAPL) iPhone - with second tier companies like Palm (PALM) and a host of others being shoved to the sidelines.

Baby Boomers Go Bionic
Written by: Paul Carton | Distributed: 2008-05-08 | Word Count: 575 | Page Views: 941 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 3.25
The February survey of 148 doctors involved in the medical devices market focused on current and future demand trends for cardiac implants, joint replacements and other types of medical products that repair and correct the body.

Spending on Water Projects Still Rising - But Clouds Loom
Written by: Paul Carton | Distributed: 2008-04-29 | Word Count: 627 | Page Views: 776 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 1.40
Midst mounting concerns over the scarcity and quality of the world's water supply, a recent ChangeWave survey of industry professionals found increased water project spending for 2008 - but not at the extraordinary levels of recent years. And troubles may lie ahead.

All of Author's Articles on this site:

Most Recent "Shopping" Articles

Choosing Rainwear
Written by: Rathi Niyogi | Distributed: 2010-11-04 | Word Count: 741 | Page Views: 936
Rainwear does more than simply keep out rain or snow, it protects from wind, cold, and chemical splashes. Your choice of rainwear depends on the expected weather, the expected temperatures, your planned activities, and your budget. Rainwear materials and designs greatly affect the performance you can expect. There are three major types of rainwear:

Celebrity Perfume Gift Sets Are Always Welcome
Written by: Robert Moore | Distributed: 2010-08-05 | Word Count: 736 | Page Views: 842
Perfume is one of the best gifts for your loved ones on almost every occasion, whether it is Valentine's Day, Birthday, Wedding Anniversary, or even Christmas Day.

Best Cologne Gift Sets Are A Great Idea For Men
Written by: Robert Moore | Distributed: 2010-07-29 | Word Count: 770 | Page Views: 1275 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.50
Hair, clothing and looks are important, but the right cologne transforms a man. Giving him the confidence to know he smells good when approaching beautiful women in a club or giving a presentation for work. When it comes to fragrances for men companies now understand that men want to smell good while attending parties, formal events, the office, on a date or simply while relaxing at home.

Must-See 2010 Summer Music Festivals
Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2010-04-28 | Word Count: 885 | Page Views: 1104
One of the best things about summer, at least for music fans, is the plethora of music festivals held all across the country and all though out the season. These festivals bring together dozens of great bands usually for more than one day and usually on more than one stage.

How Does A Blu-ray Disc Work?
Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2010-04-27 | Word Count: 444 | Page Views: 1273 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 0.50
Blu-ray Players are all the rage in home entertainment, but how exactly does a Blu-ray disc work and why is it so much better than a regular DVD disc or system? Read this informative article to discover how a Blu-ray disc works.

Understanding Personal Injury Law and Knowing When You Need a Personal Injury Lawyer
Written by: Keith Stachowiak | Distributed: 2010-03-10 | Word Count: 497 | Page Views: 967
When in an accident caused by someone else's carelessness or deliberate actions, one of the first thoughts that goes through most people's minds after the panic and relief subsides, is whether they should seek out a personal injury lawyer. Before you make this decision, you should know what personal injury law is, whether you even need a personal injury lawyer, and when you should choose one.

Tattoos Have Transformed From Mom To Artwork Of The 21st Century
Written by: Bree Levine | Distributed: 2010-02-25 | Word Count: 554 | Page Views: 1194
You could call it a 21st century art form: people use their bodies as living displays of what they care about in the form of pictorial art. Over time, tattoo artists have become more and more sophisticated, able to create complex and well-executed designs.

The Best Traditions And Advice For The Tattooing Experience
Written by: Eileen Howerton | Distributed: 2010-02-24 | Word Count: 566 | Page Views: 846
The ritual of tattooing and adorning the body with ink and color has been a tradition for centuries. Tattooing is definitely not a fad, or a practice reserved to any particular element of society. It is a tradition that has been found in all parts of the world, in different sects of society.

Shopping Online to Save Time and Money
Written by: Janet Davis | Distributed: 2009-12-31 | Word Count: 880 | Page Views: 858 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 2.50
There is a certain convenience in shopping from the comfort of one's own home, a convenience that has been met in the past through mail-order catalogs, shopping television channels, and home-delivered grocery services. With the advent of the Internet and the World Wide Web, this trend has reached its culmination and most elegant expression yet.

Vacation Rental Advertising - The Good, The Bad and the Outright Scams
Written by: Scott Norris | Distributed: 2009-12-22 | Word Count: 553 | Page Views: 928 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 4.67
Advertising vacation rentals across the nation has changed to the property owner's advantage. Five years ago, property owners depended on their local newspaper to advertise their vacation rentals. Compare that to today's global reach and on-demand access to rental listings on the World Wide Web. Travelers from around the world now have the ability to view listings on thousands of advertising sites with relative ease. There are risks, though: RENTER BEWARE!

Most Viewed "Shopping" Articles

Pearl Necklace Clasps
Written by: Norma Jones | Distributed: 2006-08-04 | Word Count: 1546 | Page Views: 15159 | Votes: 42 | Rating: 3.10
The clasp on a strand of pearls is both the frosting and sugar sprinkles on a cake. In addition to keeping the necklace fastened, the clasp should also complement you and your pearls. As your necklace and bracelet are regularly restrung, you can also update the clasps to meet your changing needs.

Be Prepared - The Pros And Cons of Non-Lethal Self-Defense Weapons
Written by: Brodie Abbot | Distributed: 2006-11-14 | Word Count: 938 | Page Views: 11821 | Votes: 31 | Rating: 2.55
In today's world, there are many means by which people can protect themselves. When thinking about self-defense, many people only consider martial arts or firearms. In truth, these are only two options from an array of self-defense mechanisms available. Through increased use in recent years, the advantages and disadvantages of stun guns, tasers, and pepper spray have become clear. All three items offer non-lethal means of protection, but one of them may be more appropriate than the others in a given situation.

Real and Imitation Pearls
Written by: Norma Jones | Distributed: 2006-06-22 | Word Count: 773 | Page Views: 8180 | Votes: 28 | Rating: 2.89
We are often asked how to tell if pearls are real or imitation. To start, we'll need to look at pearl growth and different types of imitation pearls. Then, we'll look at different pearl tests.

Emma Watson Is A Real Sweet Pea
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-02-06 | Word Count: 424 | Page Views: 5829 | Votes: 18 | Rating: 2.11
Harry Potter co-star Emma Watson, who plays super-smart Hermione Granger, turned sweet sixteen on April 15, 2006. From all accounts, she's as sweet as any sixteen-year-old can be. So sweet, in fact, that her birth flower is the sweet pea!

Alberta Angling Tournaments: Spectacular Scenery, Big Purses
Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2006-10-30 | Word Count: 963 | Page Views: 4964 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.83
Alberta's fishing tournaments pit angler against angler in a quest for the biggest shimmering walleye and a slice of the $60,600 (Cdn) in prize money.

Interior Window Shutters Can Be Affordable
Written by: Brian Wright | Distributed: 2008-07-21 | Word Count: 757 | Page Views: 4550 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 3.14
Avoid spending high dollar for custom-made interior window shutters. You can obtain affordable interior shutter panels, finish, and install them yourself. Find tips on measuring, selecting, and ordering quality stock-size interior shutters.

Tea, High Tea And Afternoon Tea – What's The Difference?
Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2007-04-16 | Word Count: 791 | Page Views: 3304 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 1.88
There are two forms of tea that often cause confusion in the tea world: tea the drink and tea the meal. Tea the drink is made from the Camellia Sinensis plant and from the processing of the plant white, green, oolong, and black teas are produced. The basic teas are also often blended with other plants like vanilla, mint and melon as well as flavors like Oil of Bergamot to make Earl Grey Tea.

Florist From Jessica Simpson's Home State Designs Ford's Funeral Flowers
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-02-12 | Word Count: 367 | Page Views: 3239 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.10
Pop star Jessica Simpson isn't the only talent to come out of the state of Texas. One Texas florist is considered so talented that she was tapped to provide flowers for President Gerald Ford's California and Michigan funerals.

Finding The Best New York Plastic Surgeons
Written by: Arthur Melnik | Distributed: 2006-07-17 | Word Count: 365 | Page Views: 3206 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.13
Finding a plastic surgeon in New York, NY might seem easy. But with over 50 plastic surgeons In New York how do you choose the right one for you?

Solutions for Thinning Lashes
Written by: Kamau Austin | Distributed: 2006-08-08 | Word Count: 898 | Page Views: 3016 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.89
A beautiful pair of eyes is a rare boon and all of us yearn to possess them. Women especially spend fortunes to make their eyes look good and youthful. Sometimes, you might be forced to face certain eye problems due to aging.

Highest Ranked "Shopping" Articles

How To Tell If Your Clothes Are Dirty
Written by: Theresa Bane | Distributed: 2008-05-28 | Word Count: 1984 | Page Views: 2302 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 4.08
If you are the type of person who wears clothes, like, t-shirts for example, than this is an article for you. You may not be aware of it, but your favorite t-shirt that has a clever or funny saying emblazoned across it's width can actually reach a level of funk that requires it to be laundered.

Private Label Bottled Water And School Fund Raising
Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-04-24 | Word Count: 1130 | Page Views: 2122 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.89
Like most organizations, schools in the United States are subject to constant budget stress. Important athletic and scholastic programs are subject to budget cuts as demographics change and taxpayers become increasingly budget aware. As a result, schools include fund raising resources in their planning for programs.

Get Peace Of Mind With These 10 Questions For Your Jeweler
Written by: Marc Choyt | Distributed: 2007-09-06 | Word Count: 1039 | Page Views: 1144 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.86
Many consumers want to purchase ethically sourced jewelry yet they do not know enough about this emerging product category to even begin to talk to their jewelry. This article provides knowledge and the right questions to empower the consumer interested in purchasing social responsible jewelry.

The Thrill of Motorcycling - 5 Ways to Get into Riding
Written by: Jay Gaulard | Distributed: 2008-06-10 | Word Count: 942 | Page Views: 1256 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.86
Motorcycling is cool. Motorcycling is fast. Motorcycling gives you a rush. There is no doubt about it. I don't think anyone can dispute the fact that there is a certain breed of person out there that just loves the feeling of being out in the fresh air, cruising down the highway. I suspect there are a lot more people who would like to ride than we know about. The question is, how do they get going?

Paris Hilton's Family Understands The Relaxation Of Flowers
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-04-23 | Word Count: 389 | Page Views: 1465 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.83
Ask Paris Hilton what she thinks of flowers and she's likely to give her trademark response, "They're hot!" And, I'm certain that if you walk into any hotel in the Hilton line and you're very likely to see some beautiful flowers adorning the lobby and other public areas. That's because people in the decorating and design industry, such as those responsible for the interior design of Hilton hotels, understand that flowers are an excellent way to make people feel welcome and relaxed.

Tea: Ordering Green Tea Online
Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2007-06-05 | Word Count: 890 | Page Views: 2332 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.83
If you've started to become a green tea enthusiast, no doubt you've realized that there are an overwhelming number of green teas from which to choose. Just the number of green teas varieties in China are too many to list. You may have an interest in trying them all – but that will take you quite a while!

Lindsay Lohan's Color Sense
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-03-27 | Word Count: 400 | Page Views: 1764 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.75
Young movie starlet Lindsay Lohan has recently begun to be noticed for her fashion sense, including her oft-changing hair color. The use of color is certainly important in the fashion industry, but there's another industry where it's perhaps even more important-the floral industry.

Bosses Day: 25 Wallet-Friendly Gift Ideas
Written by: Darlene Arechederra | Distributed: 2006-08-23 | Word Count: 799 | Page Views: 1980 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.67
Bosses Day is right around the corner again -- but no need to panic! You still have plenty of time to find a great gift. The good news is that finding the perfect gift for your boss doesn't need to drain your wallet. Read on for some practical and low-cost gift ideas, including gifts for bosses with special circumstances.

Eco Friendly Home Accents Are in Demand
Written by: Kris Bond | Distributed: 2009-03-03 | Word Count: 632 | Page Views: 1292 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.67
The Eco Friendly trend continues to grow.... not falling short of entering the home. For the past several years manufacturers of all the different industries and local retail stores have been in search of ways to save the environment - or at least preserve what can be.

Do It Yourself Mold Testing Kits
Written by: Daryl Watters | Distributed: 2007-05-29 | Word Count: 729 | Page Views: 2444 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.63
If you feel that you have a mold problem, you can save money on a mold inspection by buying a mold testing kit from your local South Florida building supply store.







Article Reprint Rights
Creative Commons License

This work is
licensed under a
Creative Commons
License


You are not required to show the creative commons license notice when you reprint this work.
Article Publishing Tools
Print Article
Email-to-Blog
HTML Source Code
Text Newsletter Format
Link Back HTML

Blog Publishing Tools

Internal ID: #5917
Article Statistics
Word Count: 664

Total Views: 742
Views This Month: 20
Views Last Month: 14

Article Rating: 2.40 of 5
Votes Cast: 5

Author Overall Stats:

Times Viewed Overall: 9610
Author Rating: Not Yet
Votes Cast Overall:

More Articles By Author:




Article Title Search:

Widow Search
Right Blinker
Google
Yahoo!
Zuula
Bing
Cuil

Last Distribution Date:
2008-04-04 11:48:00






All Articles are Copyright © 2001-2012 of the Defined Authors.

All other material and images on this site are:
Copyright © 2001-2012, ThePhantomWriters.com

Local Marketing Consultant