A "handset maker" refers to a company that produces mobile phones or other electronic devices that can be held in one's hand for communication purposes. Full definition
Chinese handset makers have also entered a «down cycle,» the letter said, driven by weaker domestic demand. (businessinsider.com)
The other handset makers just want the middle or low - end markets, especially since most of them are diversified electronics manufacturers. (gigaom.com)
In the past, the South Korean handset maker was not too keen on manufacturing budget segment smartphones and focused more upon mid-range to high end devices. (killerfeatures.com)