Apple Delays iPhone Air Release in China Over eSIM Approval
Apple has postponed the launch of its thinner iPhone Air model in China due to regulatory delays in approving its eSIM-only design (no physical SIM slot), according to recent reports. While Apple, to its credit, supports eSIM across its devices, regulatory clearance is still pending. Meanwhile, preorders for other iPhone 17 models (17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max) have begun in China. This delay may affect Apple’s strategy in a competitive market with local alternatives.
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Apple Delays iPhone Air Release in China Over eSIM Approval
Apple has postponed the launch of its thinner iPhone Air model in China due to regulatory delays in approving its eSIM-only design (no physical SIM slot), according to recent reports. While Apple, to its credit, supports eSIM across its devices, regulatory clearance is still pending. Meanwhile, preorders for other iPhone 17 models (17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max) have begun in China. This delay may affect Apple’s strategy in a competitive market with local alternatives.
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Apple Delays iPhone Air Release in China Over eSIM Approval
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Regulatory hurdles delay China release of iPhone Air due to eSIM approval issues, while other models roll out.
Apple has postponed the launch of its thinner iPhone Air model in China due to regulatory delays in approving its eSIM-only design (no physical SIM slot), according to recent reports. While Apple, to its credit, supports eSIM across its devices, regulatory clearance is still pending. Meanwhile, preorders for other iPhone 17 models (17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max) have begun in China. This delay may affect Apple’s strategy in a competitive market with local alternatives.
Apple has postponed the launch of its thinner iPhone Air model in China due to regulatory delays in approving its eSIM-only design (no physical SIM slot), according to recent reports. While Apple, to its credit, supports eSIM across its devices, regulatory clearance is still pending. Meanwhile, preorders for other iPhone 17 models (17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max) have begun in China. This delay may affect Apple’s strategy in a competitive market with local alternatives.