BEIJING -- According to China-based CCID Consulting Ltd., handset production in China is expected to reach 605 million units in 2008, 10% ahead of the 2007. Over 30% of the production is slated for domestic use.
Exports will account for about 65% of the handsets produced. Market leaders, Nokia, Samsung Electronics, Motorola, Sony Ericsson and LG Electronics make up only 65% of the total production this year, down from the near 80% reported in previous years.