According to research firm, International Data Corporation (IDC), worldwide PC shipments are expected to touch 293.1 million units in 2015, with emerging markets contributing 156 million units and mature markets accounting for 137.1 million units.
In comparison, total PC shipments stood at 308.1 million units in 2014, with mature markets like the United States and Europe accounting for 144.5 million units.
Going forward, IDC projects a 4.7 per cent decline in PC shipments in 2015. As per the research firm, growing demand for smart devices such as wearables and tablets will impact PC shipments in emerging markets like India. However, emerging regions are expected to see positive growth in PC shipment by 2017.
