6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, followed by drinks and dinner
DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai - Business Bay
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, followed by drinks and dinner
In Conversation with Omdia at GITEX 2025
Join Omdia's consumer analysts for an exclusive evening of insights, networking, and forward-thinking discussions as GITEX 2025 transforms Dubai into the global technology capital. This invitation-only event brings together industry leaders shaping the future of connected consumer experiences.
As devices increasingly serve as the gateway to expansive digital ecosystems, understanding the interconnections between hardware, content, and services has never been more important. Our analysts will share exclusive market intelligence on how smartphones, PCs, and other devices are evolving from standalone products into ecosystem hubs that drive media consumption, gaming experiences, and smart home integration.
Featured Content and Research
The rise of the second-hand smartphone market
With flagship prices soaring past $1,000, the second-hand smartphone market is emerging as a major growth engine. Our consumer analysts report that refurbished phones, typically 37% cheaper, are giving more consumers access to premium features. Watch the full episode to understand the shifts and opportunities shaping the mobile landscape.
From devices to experiences: ecosystem partnerships drive sustainable growth in MEA’s consumer tech market
Ecosystem partnerships in MEA's consumer tech market signal a strategic shift beyond hardware, using service bundles to drive user retention and compelling vendors, telcos, and retailers to integrate into a unified ecosystem for recurring revenue.
Ecosystem revenue to reshape the future of Middle Eastern consumer technology
After a surge in post-pandemic demand, smartphone and PC shipments in the Middle East have plateaued. According to Omdia, smartphone shipments grew from 35.6 million units in 2020 to 58.7 million in 2024, while consumer PCs (including notebooks and tablets) rose to just over 9 million.
Streaming evolution
This comprehensive e-book examines how industry leaders are implementing innovative strategies to generate, maintain, and monetize engagement in an increasingly competitive landscape.
Handheld gaming and peripherals
Why has player spending on game accessories surged 44.3% since 2020, while game content spending grew just 1.8%? The handheld gaming landscape is expanding beyond consoles. Our games analysts analyze the significant growth opportunities for the PC gaming handheld category and peripherals market. See our full analysis to understand which platforms, publishers, and accessory makers are best positioned to win in this dynamic market.
The games tech AI revolution
Harness the power of AI to revolutionize game development and discover new opportunities for growth and efficiency in the games industry.
In this exclusive e-book, we explore:
- The economic pressures facing the games industry
- The rapid growth of AI technology vendors in the games market
- Current AI adoption patterns among developers
- Investment trends in AI technology
Download our e-book to learn how AI is powering the future of games development.