There are many elements that decide whether a smartphone is a viral bomb in our market or not, one of which is its sale records. That explains why many producers announced their records to attract even more customers into buying their flagships.
1. Xiaomi Mi5: 14 millions registration
Latest reports are saying that, Xiaomi got 14 millions registration for the Mi5 smartphone, after its release a few days ago in late February. Xiaomi Mi5 is predicted to be dominating the lower-end category of smartphones in 2016. And in less than a week after the release, Xiaomi had collected more than 14 millions of registration from users in and out of its hometown. Everyone seems to be very fond of this $300 flagship, with goes along with 3GB RAM/64GB ROM, Snapdragon 820, 16MP camera and a beautiful 5.15 inch FHD display
2. LG V10: 10,000 units in 1 day
LG V10 is a very qualified flagship smartphone by the Korean company. Although the phone had not caught as much attention as it should have, LG mobiles managed to sell 450,000 units of the V10 in North America in 45 days, which is equivalent to around 10,000 units in solely 1 day. And this is not at all a small number. LG V10 has a huge 5.7 inch display, an extra 2.1 inch minor display, SND 808 chip set, 4GB RAM, 16MP camera and classy design!
3. iPhone 6s and 6s Plus: 13 millions in 1st weekend
The reason why iPhone 6S and 6S Plus (as well as any other iPhone Apple ever launched) have so much attention and sell so well is still a topic of debate until now. Specifically, back in 2015, Apple sold out 13 millions of iPhone 6s and 6s Plus just in the first weekend after opening. This is indeed an impressive record and made Apple product even more appealing for a lot more customers.
4. Lenovo Zuk Z1: 40,000 in first minutes
Lenovo is also among those best selling smartphone brands in our market. For instances, their Zuk Z1 – a minor brand belonging to the company sold out 40,000 units in only a few minutes after launch. Of course, the phone is an awesome deal, since it costs only around PHP 13k (USD 275) and comes with very good specs. Zuk Z1 specs include 3GB RAM, 64GB internal storage, 13MP camera and a huge 4,100 mAH battery.
5. Xiaomi Redmi Note 2: 800,000 in 12 hours
Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 was among the most popular budget smartphones of all 2015. Truth be told, the young Chinese company made it to sell out an amazing 800,000 unites in just the first 12 hours after open. The reason for this crazy consumption is the Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 specs are very good compared to its tiny price tag (of only USD 160, which is less than PHP 7,5K). This Xiaomi super star had a 5.5 inch display, 2GB RAM, 32GB internal storage and a 3,060 mAH battery together with beautiful 13MP/5MP camera sensors
Their flagships being a best seller is every smartphone producer’s target and dream come true. With amazing records, these smartphones were and are the most popular devices we know. We can’t wait for better and better product with even more surprising sale record in the near future.