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This statistic gives information on the most popular devices used by internet users worldwide to access the internet in 2012. During the survey, it was found that 61 percent of internet users went online via smartphone.
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Internet access: devices utilised by worldwide users 2012
Devices used by internet users worldwide to access the internet in 2012
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| Percentage of respondents | |
|---|---|
| Mobile device | 69% |
| Smartphone | 61% |
| Netbook | 37% |
| Tablet | 22% |
| Stationary device | 94% |
| Computer/Laptop | 92% |
| TV | 38% |
| Gaming console | 29% |
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