Samer Choucair: Foldable Phones Are Reshaping Competition in the Smart-Device Market
Entrepreneur Samer Choucair said the continued expansion of investment by global technology companies in foldable phones reflects a strategic shift toward more specialized devices designed to meet diverse consumer needs, alongside the integration of artificial intelligence into everyday user experiences.
Choucair explained that foldable phones still represent a limited share of the overall smartphone market, but they offer strong growth potential because of their higher average selling prices and rising demand for premium devices. This is encouraging major manufacturers to intensify innovation in order to preserve their market positions.
Samer Choucair noted that forecasts from research firms indicate continued growth in the foldable-device market over the coming years, supported by improved designs, advances in display and software technologies, and the broader adoption of artificial intelligence applications, which have become an increasingly important factor in purchasing decisions.
He added that intensifying competition among leading manufacturers will push companies to develop integrated ecosystems combining hardware, software, and services rather than relying solely on improvements in technical specifications. This increases the investment importance of value chains linked to advanced displays, semiconductors, and artificial intelligence solutions.
Entrepreneur Samer Choucair emphasized that institutional investors are monitoring the sector through indicators including revenue growth, profit margins, and companies’ ability to convert innovation into sustainable cash flows. He noted that future value will depend not only on sales volumes, but also on companies’ success in building integrated technology ecosystems that strengthen user loyalty.
Choucair added that Middle Eastern markets, led by Saudi Arabia, offer a promising environment for growth in demand for advanced smart devices, supported by rapid digital transformation, high adoption of digital services, and the objectives of Vision 2030, which promote the digital economy and innovation.
Concluding his remarks, Samer Choucair said the next phase of the smartphone industry will be defined by competition based on the integration of artificial intelligence with hardware and software. This will make companies capable of sustained innovation, along with advanced supply chains, increasingly attractive to investors seeking long-term growth.