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Apple Cuts iPhone Prices in China to Counter Huawei Heat

Apple is feeling the heat from Huawei in the Chinese smartphone market and is resorting to price cuts to maintain its position. The U.S. tech giant launched an aggressive discounting campaign on its official Tmall site in China, offering significant reductions on select iPhone models.


Discounts Aim to Counter Competition:

  • Discounts of up to 2,300 yuan ($318) are available on various iPhone models.

  • This promotion surpasses the previous February campaign, which offered a maximum discount of 1,150 yuan.


Targeting High-End Market:

  • The price cuts primarily target high-end iPhones, specifically the 1TB iPhone 15 Pro Max model.

  • Other models across the range also receive substantial reductions.


Huawei's Rising Threat:

  • Apple's discounting strategy comes in response to Huawei's increasing competitiveness in the high-end smartphone market.

  • Huawei recently introduced its new Pura 70 series, following the successful launch of the Mate 60 last year.


Pressure on Apple to Remain Competitive:

  • These price cuts suggest Apple is facing significant pressure from its Chinese rival.

  • Offering temporary discounts allows Apple to remain competitive without permanently altering its premium brand image.



The Future of the China Smartphone Market:

  • The battle between Apple and Huawei for dominance in the Chinese smartphone market is likely to continue.

  • Consumers can expect to benefit from ongoing competition as both companies strive to offer the best value.



Source: Reuters

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