Apple’s latest iPhone iteration has made a roaring start in sales, with the base model stealing the spotlight. Counterpoint Research data reveals that in the initial ten days following its launch, the iPhone 17 series witnessed a 14% uptick in sales in the U.S. and China compared to the corresponding period for the iPhone 16 series. This marks the first time that consumer response in Apple’s two key markets has been quantified, clearly showing that the standard iPhone 17 is in far higher demand than last year’s similarly priced $799 model. Industry analysts point to the enhanced display, expanded storage options, and the upgraded A19 chip as the driving forces behind this sales surge.
