In the first quarter of 2024, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) reportedly experienced a significant decline in iPhone shipments, while its Android competitors saw a rise. What Happened: Apple’s iPhone shipments fell by nearly 10% in the first quarter. The global smartphone market, however, saw a 7.8% increase in shipments, reaching 289.4 million units, reported Bloomberg, citing a report by IDC. Samsung Electronics Co. (OTC:SSNLF) reclaimed the top position, while budget-focused brand Transsion saw an 85% surge in shipments. Apple’s struggles in China, the largest smartphone market globally, have impa…