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Discover what over 800 South Africans really think about smartphones in Hypertext’s first-ever 2025 Mobile Survey, sponsored by Huawei.
In this video, we break down the headlining results from the survey, run from 6 October 2025 over two months, and unpack what they mean for local mobile users and the wider industry.
You’ll learn why post-paid edges ahead of contracts and prepaid, what’s driving upgrade cycles, and how often South Africans actually replace their phones.
We also explore surprising insights into handheld gaming consoles, why mobile gaming is winning, and how price shapes gaming choices in South Africa.
Then we dive into the future of foldable phones, including why affordability is the number-one factor for adoption and why durability and hinge/display warranties still matter so much.
Finally, we look at what retailers and networks can do better, and how these findings could influence deals, contracts, and smartphone innovation going into 2026.
If you’re into smartphones, mobile networks, or SA tech trends, this breakdown will give you clear, data-backed talking points for your next upgrade decision.
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