| This report analyzes and forecasts the worldwide Internet access device industry. Internet access devices include all products that are Internet capable and includes five product categories. These categories are comprised of personal computing devices such as desktop, notebook and handheld PCs; mobile phones; Internet-enabled set top boxes, both digital cable and gaming consoles; Internet appliances such as terminals and PC tablets; and smart appliances such as Internet-enabled white goods. Consumer electronics products in this category include devices such as enabled-photo frames, analog TVs, home audio products, and e-mail devices.
For each segment, worldwide unit shipments are forecasted for the period of 2001-2006, and market dynamics, major players, and recent announcements are summarized. The overall worldwide Internet access device industry unit forecast and annual growth rates are also provided.
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