The US and China continue to compete on many fronts. Even though there isn’t an official dispute between the two countries, they try to harm and dominate each other, especially through trade and tech wars. It appears that the tension between the governments is also affecting the people. Recent research indicates that iPhone 15 sales have dropped in China but surged in the US due to different economic and political factors. Here are the details…

China’s Struggling Economy, Rising Domestic Rivals Weigh on iPhone 15 Sales

China is undoubtedly one of the most significant smartphone markets in the world. Due to its population and increasing economic purchasing power, this Asian country is the center of attention for many technology companies. Of course, Apple is no exception. The company, which both produces and holds a significant market share in China, generates substantial revenue from this region.

iPhone 15

However, tensions between the U.S. and China, along with the global economic crisis, are affecting this business relationship. In China, sales of the iPhone 15 series are down 4.5% compared to the iPhone 14 series in the first 17 days of sales. This is likely due to a number of factors, including the country’s struggling economy, the rise of domestic smartphone rivals like Huawei, and ongoing political tensions between the US and China.

Chian iPhone 15 sales

In contrast, sales of the iPhone 15 series in the US are up double digits compared to the iPhone 14 series in the first 9 days of sales. This is likely due to a number of factors, including the country’s strong economy, the popularity of the iPhone brand, and the lack of strong domestic smartphone rivals.

It is too early to say whether the early sales trends in China and the US will continue. However, the data does suggest that Apple is facing some headwinds in the Chinese market, while its US business remains strong.

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