China government iPhone ban will have almost no effect on sales, says analyst

Wedbush's Dan Ives has commented on the reported China government iPhone sales ban, and he feels that not only is it just a small speed bump on the road, but sales in the country will be up in 2024.

Mike Wuerthele 2 years ago 27

China's iPhones ban seen as effort to restrict Apple's access to market

A Congressman has commented that he is not surprised by China's new ban on iPhones for state employees, but it does not believe that this measure is linked to security concerns.

Amber Neely 2 years ago 56

China widens ban on officials using iPhones but isn't enforcing it

Continuing reports about the Chinese government banning its staff from using iPhones say that more officials are being told to swap, but in an inconsistent and not enforced plan.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 9

China's app rule changes applied everywhere but the App Store

While other mobile app marketplaces in China have started to enforce new app disclosure laws, Apple has yet to implement rule changes affecting developers operating in the country.

Malcolm Owen 2 years ago 0

Thief decides iPhone is worth more than dentistry, chews through security cable

A woman in China balked at the price tag on an iPhone 14 Plus and, biting through the anti-theft cable, stole one from an Apple Store.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 2

Foxconn founder says Apple business means China can't risk threatening him

Billionaire Foxconn founder Terry Gou is running for president of Taiwan, and says he "will not bow to China's threats," as any political pressure would disrupt sales to Apple, Tesla, and others.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 13

China tightens its grip on foreign and independent app developers

China's government has announced that all App Store developers must be based in China or partner with a local publisher, and provide business details including an address.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 8

Smuggler taped-up with 68 iPhones didn't fool Chinese customs officials

A man attempted to smuggle 68 iPhones through a port in China by hiding them on his body, by taping all of the smartphones to parts of his body and hiding them under his clothes.

Malcolm Owen 2 years ago 8

Tim Cook promises aid for Beijing flooding relief

Apple CEO Tim Cook says that the company will be donating support to relief efforts following flooding in China's Beijing within the Hebei province.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 7

China mulls mandatory 'minor mode' on iPhone to curb youth Internet abuse

Apple, other smartphone makers, and app developers may have to introduce limits to how Chinese children can use devices like iPhone and the apps to run them, if a new proposed law is put into effect.

Peter Cohen 2 years ago 1

Apple removes over 100 ChatGPT-like apps from China's App Store

Ahead of new Chinese regulations about artificial intelligence, Apple has removed AI apps from the local App Store, including recently-launched high-profile titles.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 0

TD Cowen raises AAPL target to $220 as iPhone demand in China, India grows

TD Cowen has increased its price target for Apple to $220, with iPhone shipments to emerging markets a "bright spot" in the upcoming Q3 2023 financial results.

Malcolm Owen 2 years ago 0

Foxconn plans new $500 million investment in India

Apple's largest iPhone supplier Foxconn is intending to build two new plants in Karnataka, southern India, at a cost of half a billion dollars.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 0

Piper Sandler hikes Apple stock price target to $220 on long-term forecast

While Apple may see earnings below Wall Street's expectations on the quarter, the iPhone 15 and strong China results have driven an Apple Stock price target increase by investment bank Piper Sandler.

Malcolm Owen 2 years ago 2

Luxshare won Vision Pro role by testing crazy Apple ideas

Foxconn rival Luxshare is believed to be the sole assembly partner for the Apple Vision Pro headset, and a new report says its flexibility in prototyping earned it the order.

William Gallagher 2 years ago 1

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