According to Stocklytics.com, almost two in every five tablets shipped globally in 2023 were iPads.

Edith Reads, a financial analyst from Stocklytics, commented:

Apple’s iPad has proven to be the most accepted tablet globally. With each new iteration, the iPad receives incremental upgrades and enhancements, ranging from improved performance and display quality to enhanced functionalities and features. This iterative approach ensures that the iPad remains at the forefront of technological advancement, enticing both loyal Apple customers and newcomers alike.In 2023, the top five vendors collectively shipped 128.5 million tablets, with iPads accounting for 48.5 million units. This accounted for 37.7% of the total distribution in the period, marking a drop of nearly 12 million units from the previous year. The full story and statistics can be found here: Apple’s iPad Accounted for Nearly 2 in Every 5 Tablets Shipped Globally in 2023

Generally, the shipment of tablets decreased immensely in the year 2023 compared to 2022. In Q4 2023, the global tablet shipment dropped by 17.4% YoY to reach 36.8 million units. The figures represent the most significant drop in the fourth quarter since 2016.