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iPhone 18 Pro sales surge in China, offsetting declines elsewhere

Sales of the iPhone 18 Pro have seen a significant increase in China, which is helping to counterbalance a downturn in sales within the United States and Japan. This surge in the Chinese market is a key factor in the overall performance of Apple's latest iPhone model. Counterpoint Research data indicates a 29% rise in sales in China, contributing substantially to the device's global performance. AI

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