PC market continues to shrink under the pressure of fast-growing segment of smartphones and tablet devices. But the situation may be worse than expected: according to the new IDC forecast loss in the quarter will exceed 10%.
After reviewing the February trend, analysts pointed out that last month sales of personal computers in China are low. China is considered the world's largest consumer of PCs: in 2012, for example, in this country has been realized 21% of the total number of computers. In February, China celebrates the Lunar New Year, which is reflected in the purchasing power of local residents.
An updated forecast for the other regions were less significant. Analysts believe that in the future the situation will improve : In the second quarter, the fall will be measured by a value of not more than 6%, and in the second half of the year is expected, even a small increase. Clearly, the optimism is associated with the release of Intel-generation Haswell, which will be held in June.