China will become the largest smartphone market by the end of 2012

Given the large sales of Android devices, the cost of which is below $ 200, by the end of 2012 China will become the largest smartphone market, according to IDC.

Moreover, the gap from the former leader – the United States – will be very significant. China will account for about 26.5% of the world market, while the United States will account for about 17.8%. Last year, America had 21.3%, and China was content with 18.3% of the market. 

IDC also notes that in the next few years, Brazil, India and Russia will be among the key markets for the industry.