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Overview of the Sale The customs department has initiated a sale of a significant number of used smartphones that were previously seized due to administrative violations. The first batch includes 2,540 iPhones, which are being offered for a total price of VND2 billion (approximately US$76,140). This translates to around VND800,000 (US$30.5) per device. The buyer is required to purchase the entire batch and also cover the transportation costs. These devices were confiscated in cases involving administrative violations and are now being sold by the anti-smuggling unit of the customs department. This move is part of an effort to recover value from seized goods and manage the inventory effectively. Additional Batch of Devices In addition to the iPhone sale, another batch of 2,360 used smartphones is also up for grabs. This group consists of Apple, Oppo, and Honor devices. The total price for this batch is VND1.36 billion, which averages out to approximately VND600,000 per phone. This...

Apple's Return to the Top of the Smartphone Market Apple is set to reclaim its position as the world’s largest smartphone manufacturer for the first time in over a decade, surpassing Samsung Electronics. According to a report from Counterpoint Research cited by Bloomberg, Apple is expected to achieve a 19.4% market share in terms of sales volume this year. This marks a significant shift, as it will be the first time since 2011 that Apple has led the global smartphone market in terms of shipments. The growth in iPhone shipments this year is attributed to a 10% increase, outpacing Samsung’s 4.6% growth in Galaxy smartphone shipments. While Apple has long dominated the revenue charts among smartphone manufacturers, Samsung has traditionally held the lead in shipment volume. This discrepancy is due to Apple’s focus on high-end devices with premium pricing, while Samsung offers a broader range of products across different price segments. Factors Behind Apple’s Success Apple’s recen...