Apple’s China sales surge 28% in Q1 as iPhone 17 breaks records
Apple reported first-quarter revenue of $111 billion, up 17% YoY, with China emerging as the standout region — sales surged 28% compared to a year ago, outpacing all other markets. CEO Tim Cook called demand for the iPhone 17 “extraordinary,” describing it as the “most popular launch” in Apple’s history. Cook, who transitions to chairman on September 1 with John Ternus succeeding him as CEO, also flagged “off the charts” demand for the MacBook Neo — Apple’s most affordable laptop to date — crediting it with driving a record number of new Mac buyers in the quarter.
Related reading: ‘A sock for your iPhone’: China reacts to Apple’s $266 accessory