Russian dual-screen YotaPhone places big bet on China

5. Phablet's market share will rise to 30 percent

Thanks to a more agreeable price, phablet, also known as tablet phone, will see a rise in demand. The IDC expects its market share to grow from 18 percent last year to 30 percent in 2015. Phablets between 4 and 5.4 inches are most convenient and expected to lead the market.

Models pose with Samsung Galaxy Note 4 and Galaxy Note Edge, smartphones unveiled in Seoul, Sept 23, 2014. [Photo/IC]