The global smartphone market is expected to decline, but IDC predicts that Apple's iPhone market share will reach an all-time high due to trade-in deals, buy-now-pay-later schemes, and enticing features in their upcoming iPhone 15 Pro Max.
The release of the iPhone 15 Pro Max may be delayed by up to 4 weeks due to yield issues with Sony, but it is still expected to be available before Thanksgiving or Christmas, offering potential buyers ample time to purchase the device.
The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max are expected to have a $100 price increase over the current models, according to analyst Dan Ives, but promotional activities and discounts from U.S. carriers are likely to drive sales and offset potential resistance.
Apple stock is experiencing a decline leading up to the release of the iPhone 15.
Apple's iPhone 15 launch may face delays due to production issues, resulting in lower stock availability, while the iPhone 15 Pro Max is expected to be delayed by up to a month; leaked price details suggest a significant mark-up on the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max; Apple is rumored to be preparing a cheaper MacBook to rival the Chromebook, but it risks diluting its brand; the European Union has designated the App Store, Safari browser, and iOS as "gatekeepers" and plans to introduce regulations to prevent anti-competitive behavior; Apple's stock has fallen following restrictions on Chinese officials' use of iPhones.
The iPhone 15 Pro is expected to be lighter than its predecessor, with a new midframe made from Grade 5 Titanium, resulting in a weight reduction of up to 10%.
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Apple has tested multiple storage and RAM configurations for the iPhone 15 Pro, including options from different vendors and two RAM configurations, but it is unclear which ones will be used in the final production units. The iPhone 15 Pro will also feature an upgraded A17 SoC, a titanium frame, USB-C, and a periscope zoom lens.
J.P. Morgan predicts that Apple's iPhone 15 could experience a sales decline due to the launch of Huawei's 5G Mate 60 Pro smartphone.
Stocks slump as Oracle and Apple experience losses, with the Nasdaq Composite having its first losing day in three, while Apple's new iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro fail to boost investor interest in the company.
Apple will unveil new products, including the iPhone 15, at its annual September event in Cupertino, with a release date set for September 22.
The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, featuring titanium construction, lighter weight, USB-C port, improved cameras with better zoom, and a faster A17 Pro Bionic processor, were unveiled at Apple's fall event.
Apple's highly anticipated iPhone 15 launch disappoints investors and Wall Street.
Apple has launched its iPhone 15 lineup, which includes the high-end iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models, but rival phones from Samsung, Google, and OnePlus offer similar or better specifications.
The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro are now available for pre-order with discounts of up to $1,000 at carriers like AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile, accompanied by discounts of up to 30% on iPhone 15 accessories from popular third-party Apple accessory companies, while Verizon is offering 25% off MagSafe chargers and a free HomePod for new customers who purchase its 5G Home Plus service.
The shipping dates for some models of the iPhone 15 series have been pushed back until November, with the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max being the most affected, while the non-Pro models are still on schedule to be shipped on September 22nd.
Apple's latest iPhone, the iPhone 15 Pro, has shown better-than-expected lead times and pre-orders, dispelling investor concerns and suggesting strong early demand despite previous worries about a possible ban in China.
UBS analyst David Vogt's data suggests that initial demand for Apple's iPhone 15 Pro models is softer compared to last year's models, contradicting reports of strong sales, which caused Apple stock to fall.
Apple is expected to achieve year-over-year growth in Q4 thanks to better than expected iPhone revenue and profit, with the iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Plus performing well, while the standard iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro may face order cuts if their prices are not reduced, according to Ming-Chi Kuo's analysis based on supply chain sources.
The launch of Apple's iPhone 15, marked by sold-out pre-orders and long queues, comes after the company reported a decline in sales for the third consecutive quarter.
The iPhone 14 Pro outperformed the iPhone 15 Pro in drop tests, with the latter experiencing greater damage due to its curved design and more vulnerable screen.
Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives believes that lukewarm reviews for Apple's new iPhone 15 may be overshadowed by strong sales, driven by a large number of iPhone users who haven't upgraded their phones in four or more years and the fear of missing out (FOMO), leading to potential pre-order rise and higher average sales prices (ASPs), suggesting that consensus analyst estimates for Apple's sales growth in 2024 could be conservative and projecting a $240 price target with 37% profit potential for Apple stock.
Apple's iPhone 15 release provides insights into the global economy, with investors monitoring sales impact on the stock.
The iPhone 15 has outdated and underwhelming specs, including a lack of an always-on display, low refresh rate, and the use of a previous generation chipset, making it difficult to recommend over other comparable Android flagship devices or even the iPhone 14 Pro.
