Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the global market for Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets estimated at 1.2 Billion Units in the year 2020, is projected to reach a revised size of 3.8 Billion Units by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 17.9% over the period 2020-2027.
The U.S. Market is Estimated at 325.3 Million Units, While China is Forecast to Grow at 23% CAGR
The Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets market in the U.S. is estimated at 325.3 Million Units in the year 2020. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of 905.3 Million Units by the year 2027 trailing a CAGR of 23% over the analysis period 2020 to 2027. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at 12.9% and 15.8% respectively over the 2020-2027 period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 14.1% CAGR.We bring years of research experience to this 19th edition of our report. The 138-page report presents concise insights into how the pandemic has impacted production and the buy side for 2020 and 2021. A short-term phased recovery by key geography is also addressed.
Competitors identified in this market include, among others:
- Blackberry Limited
- Broadcom Corp.
- HTC Corporation
- Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
- Infineon Technologies AG
- Lenovo
- LG Electronics
- Nokia Corporation
- NXP Semiconductors NV
- Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
- Sony Mobile Communications Inc.
- STMicroelectronics NV
- ZTE Corporation
The global analysis and forecast periods covered within the report are 2020-2027 (Current & Future Analysis) and 2012-2019 (Historic Review). Research estimates are provided for 2020, while research projections cover the period 2021-2027.
I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & REPORT SCOPE
II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
Near Field Communications (NFC): A Convenient, Secure Way of Data Exchange between Enabled Devices
Key Issues that Have Held Back Widespread Implementation of NFC Until Now..
Time Ripe for NFC to Takeoff
Recent Market Activity
NFC-Enabled Mobile Phones - The Game Changer for NFC Technology
Existing & Potential Use Cases of NFC Driving Business Case for its Integration in Mobile Phones
NFC-Enabled Phones Market Set for Strong Growth
Developing Regions Spearhead Sales of NFC-Enabled Phones
Global Competitor Market Shares
Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Competitor Market Share Scenario Worldwide (in %): 2020 & 2029
Impact of Covid-19 and a Looming Global Recession
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
Blackberry Limited (Canada)
HTC Corporation (Taiwan)
Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (China)
Lenovo (China)
Motorola Mobility LLC (USA)
LG Electronics (South Korea)
Nokia Corporation (Finland)
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (South Korea)
Sony Mobile Communications, Inc. (Japan)
ZTE Corporation (China)
Major NFC Chip Manufacturers
Broadcom Corp. (USA)
Infineon Technologies AG (Germany)
NXP Semiconductors NV (Netherlands)
STMicroelectronics NV (Switzerland)
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
NFC-Enabled Handsets to Disrupt Mobile Market
NFC-Enabled Mobiles Open New Realms in Contactless Payments
Emerging Markets Confront Challenges in Adoption NFC-Enabled Mobile Payments
Brick-and-Mortar Retailers Embrace NFC for Enhanced Shopping Experience
Consumer Desire for Convenience in POS Payments to Drive Adoption of NFC-Enabled Mobile Handsets
Rapid Increase in NFC-enabled POS Terminals: A Business Case for NFC-Enabled Devices Market
Transport Services to be One of the Most Accessed Services for NFC-Enabled Mobile Handsets
Use of NFC-Enabled Smartphones for Ticketing Applications to Increase in the Coming Years
Growing Security Concerns Drives Demand for NFC-Enabled Security/Access Control
Bluetooth & NFC to Co-Exist on Mobile Devices
Changing Consumer Mobile Usage Habits Encourage NFC Integration in Mobile Phones
Increasing Digital Data Being Stored on Mobile Phones and Need to Exchange the Same with Other Devices Creates Need for NFC in Handsets
Growing Need to Enhance Social Media Interactions on Mobile Phones: A Business Case for NFC Integration in Mobile Phones
Growing Craze for Multi-Player Gaming on Mobile Phones Creates Need for NFC in Mobile Phones
Rising Penetration of NFC in Consumer Devices Boosts Adoption of NFC-Enabled Handsets
Growing Role of NFC in Bridging Gap between Physical and Digital Worlds
Need to Make Well Informed Purchase Decisions to Encourage Consumers to Opt for NFC-Enabled Smartphones
Rising Popularity of BYOD Concept Drives Adoption of NFC-Enabled Handsets among Corporate Employees
High-Tech Events - Incredible Range of Practical Applications for NFC-Enabled Handsets
NFC Technology to Witness Expanding Applications in the Healthcare Field
NFC Chips Market: Growing Adoption of NFC Technology Fuels Demand for NFC Chips
Declining Prices of NFC-Chips Drives OEM Inclination Towards NFC Integration
Chip Level Technology Developments Augurs Well for the Future of NFC
Manufacturers to Benefit a Great Deal from Deploying NFC Technology into their Products
A Glance at Select Innovations in NFC-Enabled Handsets
Apple Incorporates Background Tag Reading Feature in Latest iPhone Models
STMicroeletronics Launches Advanced NFC Chip with Extended Read Range
Apple’s iOS 11 Comes with Support for NFC and QR Codes
Challenges
High Price of NFC Phones Forcing Consumers to Opt for Alternative NFC Equipment
Competition from microSD Cards Providing NFC Capabilities
NFC too Suffers from Inherent Security Challenges
Consumer Ignorance Poses Threat to NFC Market
Addressing Security Concerns - Key to Success
Growth in Mobile Phone Usage Sets Perfect Platform for Rapid Adoption of NFC in Mobile Devices
Continued Rise in Demand & Production of Smartphones Secures NFC Future in Mobile Devices Market
Opportunity Indicators
Replacement Smartphone Sales Will be Key
Low-End Smartphones: A Market Opportunity
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
TABLE 1: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Global Market Estimates and Forecasts in Thousand Units by Region/Country: 2020-2027
TABLE 2: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Global Retrospective Market Scenario in Thousand Units by Region/Country: 2012-2019
TABLE 3: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Share Shift across Key Geographies Worldwide: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
GEOGRAPHIC MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
Market Facts & Figures
Market Analytics
TABLE 4: United States Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Estimates and Projections in Thousand Units: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 5: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in the United States: A Historic Review in Thousand Units for 2012-2019
CANADA
TABLE 6: Canadian Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Estimates and Forecasts in Thousand Units: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 7: Canadian Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Review in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
JAPAN
TABLE 8: Japanese Market for Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets: Annual Sales Estimates and Projections in Thousand Units for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 9: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Japan: Historic Sales Analysis in Thousand Units for the Period 2012-2019
CHINA
TABLE 10: Chinese Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Growth Prospects in Thousand Units for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 11: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Analysis in China in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
EUROPE
Market Facts & Figures
Market Analytics
TABLE 12: European Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Demand Scenario in Thousand Units by Region/Country: 2020-2027
TABLE 13: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Europe: A Historic Market Perspective in Thousand Units by Region/Country for the Period 2012-2019
TABLE 14: European Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Share Shift by Region/Country: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
FRANCE
TABLE 15: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in France: Estimates and Projections in Thousand Units for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 16: French Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Scenario in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
GERMANY
TABLE 17: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Germany: Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis in Thousand Units for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 18: German Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Analysis in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
ITALY
TABLE 19: Italian Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Growth Prospects in Thousand Units for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 20: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Analysis in Italy in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
UNITED KINGDOM
TABLE 21: United Kingdom Market for Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets: Annual Sales Estimates and Projections in Thousand Units for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 22: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in the United Kingdom: Historic Sales Analysis in Thousand Units for the Period 2012-2019
SPAIN
TABLE 23: Spanish Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Estimates and Forecasts in Thousand Units: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 24: Spanish Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Review in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
RUSSIA
TABLE 25: Russian Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Estimates and Projections in Thousand Units: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 26: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Russia: A Historic Review in Thousand Units for 2012-2019
REST OF EUROPE
TABLE 27: Rest of Europe Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Estimates and Forecasts in Thousand Units: 2020-2027
TABLE 28: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Rest of Europe in Thousand Units: A Historic Review for the Period 2012-2019
ASIA-PACIFIC
TABLE 29: Asia-Pacific Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Estimates and Forecasts in Thousand Units by Region/Country: 2020-2027
TABLE 30: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Asia-Pacific: Historic Market Analysis in Thousand Units by Region/Country for the Period 2012-2019
TABLE 31: Asia-Pacific Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Share Analysis by Region/Country: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
AUSTRALIA
TABLE 32: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Australia: Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis in Thousand Units for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 33: Australian Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Analysis in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
INDIA
TABLE 34: Indian Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Estimates and Forecasts in Thousand Units: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 35: Indian Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Review in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
SOUTH KOREA
TABLE 36: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in South Korea: Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis in Thousand Units for the Period 2018-2027
TABLE 37: South Korean Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Analysis in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
TABLE 38: Rest of Asia-Pacific Market for Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets: Annual Sales Estimates and Projections in Thousand Units for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 39: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Rest of Asia-Pacific: Historic Sales Analysis in Thousand Units for the Period 2012-2019
LATIN AMERICA
TABLE 40: Latin American Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Trends by Region/Country in Thousand Units: 2020-2027
TABLE 41: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Latin America in Thousand Units by Region/Country: A Historic Perspective for the Period 2012-2019
TABLE 42: Latin American Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Percentage Breakdown of Sales by Region/Country: 2012, 2020, and 2027
ARGENTINA
TABLE 43: Argentinean Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Estimates and Forecasts in Thousand Units: 2020-2027
TABLE 44: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Argentina in Thousand Units: A Historic Review for the Period 2012-2019
BRAZIL
TABLE 45: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Brazil: Estimates and Projections in Thousand Units for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 46: Brazilian Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Scenario in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
MEXICO
TABLE 47: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Mexico: Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis in Thousand Units for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 48: Mexican Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Analysis in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
REST OF LATIN AMERICA
TABLE 49: Rest of Latin America Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Estimates and Projections in Thousand Units: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 50: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Rest of Latin America: A Historic Review in Thousand Units for 2012-2019
MIDDLE EAST
TABLE 51: The Middle East Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Estimates and Forecasts in Thousand Units by Region/Country: 2020-2027
TABLE 52: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in the Middle East by Region/Country in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
TABLE 53: The Middle East Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Share Breakdown by Region/Country: 2012, 2020, and 2027
IRAN
TABLE 54: Iranian Market for Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets: Annual Sales Estimates and Projections in Thousand Units for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 55: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Iran: Historic Sales Analysis in Thousand Units for the Period 2012-2019
ISRAEL
TABLE 56: Israeli Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Estimates and Forecasts in Thousand Units: 2020-2027
TABLE 57: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Israel in Thousand Units: A Historic Review for the Period 2012-2019
SAUDI ARABIA
TABLE 58: Saudi Arabian Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Growth Prospects in Thousand Units for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 59: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Analysis in Saudi Arabia in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
TABLE 60: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in the United Arab Emirates: Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis in Thousand Units for the Period 2018-2027
TABLE 61: United Arab Emirates Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Analysis in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
REST OF MIDDLE EAST
TABLE 62: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Rest of Middle East: Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis in Thousand Units for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 63: Rest of Middle East Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Historic Market Analysis in Thousand Units: 2012-2019
AFRICA
TABLE 64: African Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market Estimates and Projections in Thousand Units: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 65: Near Field Communication Enabled Handsets Market in Africa: A Historic Review in Thousand Units for 2012-2019
IV. COMPETITION
Total Companies Profiled: 42
