Horace Dediu is a technology analyst, author, and public speaker renowned for his work on the mobile communications industry. He is the founder and principal analyst of Asymco (short for Asymmetric Communications), a consultancy and blog that publishes research and commentary on smartphone market dynamics, operating system competition, and related technology trends.
Dediu previously served as a senior analyst for Nokia, where he focused on consumer behavior, market segmentation, and the broader mobile ecosystem. Following his tenure at Nokia, he established Asymco in 2009, which has become a widely referenced source for industry forecasts and analyses, especially concerning the market shares of Apple, Android, and other mobile platforms.
His analyses are frequently cited in mainstream media outlets, technology blogs, and academic studies. Dediu is also a regular speaker at conferences and events related to technology strategy, market forecasting, and digital economics.
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Selected contributions
- Development of a series of predictive models for smartphone market share, often cited in press coverage of quarterly earnings reports.
- Regular contributions to discussions on platform competition, pricing strategies, and consumer adoption patterns within the mobile industry.
- Publication of analytical articles and reports on Asymco that examine trends such as device fragmentation, operating system updates, and ecosystem economics.
Publications and media appearances
Horace Dediu has authored numerous articles for Asymco, contributed to publications such as The Economist and Harvard Business Review, and appeared as a commentator on technology-focused television and online programs.
Professional affiliations
- Founder and Principal Analyst, Asymco (2009–present)
- Former Senior Analyst, Nokia (dates unspecified)
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