iPhone 16 Series Sales Expectations Surpass Apple's Projections
iPhone 16 Sales Expectations
The iPhone 16 series launched at a September event is garnering attention thanks to features like the b>A18 chip, a revamped design, and innovative buttons.
Sales Reports from Ming-Chi Kuo
According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, sales of the iPhone 16 series are meeting Apple's expectations thus far. Demand for the iPhone 16 Pro models is particularly strong, and assembly orders have remained stable even during China's National Day holiday.
Current Shipment Updates
- Assembly orders are consistent with initial forecasts, suggesting a favorable demand trajectory.
- Orders for components have decreased by 3-5% for the base models, indicating lower than expected sales.
- Kuo believes production could stabilize at 88-89 million units in Q4 2024, slightly below last year's iPhone 15 series figures.
Future Demand Dynamics
With the upcoming rollout of Apple's AI suite expected in the upcoming iOS 18.1 update, the focus shall shift towards boosting sales in the U.S. market. The expected release date is around October 28.
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