Strange developments of iPhone 17

iPhone 17 sold out in China. Photo: Tom's Guide .

Just a few days after its launch, the iPhone 17 has created a rare phenomenon in the smartphone market in China. With a revenue growth of up to 140% compared to the same period last year and a starting price of 6,000 yuan ( 840 USD ), this model has almost "sold out" on online channels.

For years, Apple users have been accustomed to the situation of new iPhones being adjusted in price immediately after launch depending on the business situation. The standard version usually only keeps the original price for about a week and then starts to reduce, while the Pro version fluctuates less, and only the Pro Max maintains its appeal for a longer time. However, this year's iPhone 17 completely changes that rule.

Not only did the price not drop, the product also went against the trend by increasing the price and still achieved outstanding sales. According to sources from Digital Chat Station , in the first week, up to 235,000 standard iPhone 17 units were activated, an increase of 140% compared to the same period last year. Sales of iPhone 17 Pro increased by 25%, while the Pro Max increased by 41% compared to the previous generation.

The source noted that these figures are based on the number of devices activated in the first week, not official retail sales. However, these figures still reflect the heat of the market. In fact, many consumers said they could not buy the device even if they were willing to pay above the original price.

As of September 28, the supply of the standard iPhone 17 has been exhausted. On Apple's official website in China, the delivery time has been pushed back to the end of October. Sellers are also taking advantage of the stockpiling, pushing up prices. According to Huaqiangbei Yuanwang shopping mall, the black 256 GB iPhone 17 is being offered for more than 6,600 yuan ( 925 USD ), much higher than the original price.

The same situation is happening with the iPhone 17 Pro series. The basic difference in the secondary market has exceeded 1,000 yuan ( 140 USD ), while the hand-carried version from Hong Kong is even more expensive.

Faced with a shortage, Apple has asked its supply chain to increase capacity to meet demand. According to the plan, the supply of iPhone 17 will gradually stabilize and be ready before the big shopping season on November 11, which is considered "Singles' Day" in China.

The explosion of the iPhone 17 shows that the appeal of the Apple brand has not cooled down in the country of a billion people. The fact that the product is still sold out despite the price increase marks a major change in the way the market receives the Apple flagship phone line, at the same time creating no small competitive pressure on rivals in the high-end segment.

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