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Dedicated Handhelds Versus Mobile Phone Gaming:The Evolving DynamicProduct Type: Market Research ReportPublished by: IDC Published: August 2009 Product Code: R104-39897 Description This IDC study considers the near-term outlook for growth and innovation as well as the challenges facing dedicated handheld and mobile phone gaming platforms. Hardware, software, and service factors are analyzed, and while an in-depth competitive analysis isn't included, an assessment of where broad market dynamic appears to be leading is provided. "While there are some intriguing regional distinctions, handheld gaming platforms continue to have a decisive edge over mobile phones in terms of total revenue generated and the quality of games," says Lewis Ward, research manager of IDC's gaming program. "But smartphone platforms have a lot of forward momentum, so by 2011, this dynamic is poised to swing toward mobile phones in some key respects, which should have profound impacts for both market segments." Table of Contents Table of ContentsIDC Opinion In This Study Situation Overview Current North American and Western European TrendsAsia/Pacific and Rest of World DistinctionsFuture Outlook North American and Western European Dynamics, 2009–2012Asia/Pacific and ROW Outlook Through 2012Essential Guidance Learn More Related ResearchSynopsisFigure: Worldwide Direct Mobile Phone Game and Dedicated Handheld Software Revenue, 2009 and 2012 Figure: Sample WarioWare: D.I.Y. Screenshots Figure: North America and Western Europe Direct Mobile Phone Game and Dedicated Handheld Software Revenue, 2009 and 2012 Figure: Asia/Pacific and Rest of World Direct Mobile Phone Game and Dedicated Handheld Software Revenue, 2009 and 2012 |
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