I started with population, segmented by income tier and smartphone penetration, then tried to back into Android's share vs iOS.
Start by clarifying the scope: define 'market size' as the number of Android users or devices in India, and specify whether you're estimating current or potential market. Then use a top-down approach: estimate India's population, segment by age and smartphone adoption, and apply Android's market share. Alternatively, use a bottom-up approach: estimate smartphone sales, replacement cycles, and Android's share of those sales.
Pro tip: Show awareness of India's diversity: rural vs. urban adoption, price-sensitive segments, and the impact of Jio's disruption on data affordability. Also, mention that Android's market share in India is around 95%, but be prepared to justify that with logic (e.g., iOS is premium-priced, limited retail presence).
Ask whether 'market size' refers to number of users, devices, or revenue. Confirm if we're estimating current or future market. Assume current active Android users in India.
Start with India's population (~1.4B). Estimate smartphone penetration (e.g., ~50-60% due to feature phone users). This gives total smartphone users.
Use knowledge that Android dominates with ~95% share in India. Apply this to the smartphone user base to get Android users.
Cross-check with alternative methods: e.g., annual smartphone sales (~150M), average replacement cycle (3 years), and Android share. Adjust for factors like multiple device ownership or shared devices.
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