By the middle of 2009 there will be more mobile computers in Bulgaria than desktop computers, IDC Bulgaria said at a discussion on the EU information and communication technology (ICT) market.

The mobile computer market is the most dynamic ICT market segment in this country, the research company said.

Analysts expect that computer prices in Bulgaria will decrease moderately between 2007 and 2011 as customs restrictions are removed, but software licences will become more expensive.

Between 2006 and 2010, ICT spending in Bulgaria will amount to 280 million euro, with 55 per cent of expenditures covered by EU funds, IDC said.