AppleInsider is supported by its audience and may earn commission as an Amazon Associate and affiliate partner on qualifying purchases. These affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial content. The demand for Apple’s upcoming iPhone 14 may be stronger than the already popular iPhone 13 lineup, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo . In a tweet thread on Thursday, Kuo says his latest survey of Chinese distributors and retailers indicate that they have had to pay the highest prepaid deposit ever for the iPhone 14 to ensure a consistent supply. (1/4) — (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) June 30, 2022 Kuo points out that the prepaid deposits, which are fees to secure upcoming smartphone supply prior to launch, is “significantly higher” than the iPhone 13. In some areas, it’s as much as twice as high as the prior lineup. “The iPhone 14 shipment forecast of component suppliers and EMS is about 100 million and 90 million units in 2H22, respectively,” Kuo wrote. “The solid demand for iPhone 14 in the Chinese market may reduce market concerns about the risk of the iPhone 14 order cut after the launch.” Apple has been steadily gaining ground in the Chinese smartphone market. A recent report indicated… Read full this story
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