Analysts: Apple's Q4 iPhone sales could go flat following the launch of the iPhone 6S series
posted by Mihai A.
/ Jun 05, 2015, 10:19 PM
In the past years, Apple routinely expanded its reach to new countries and new carriers, driving sales of its iPhone line-up. The most recent - and probably the most notable - example of this strategy is the iPhone's launch in China this year, which was the main reason why Apple was able to sell 61.2 million iPhones during Q1 2015. As the situation stands now, the analysts suggest that the only way Apple can continue to increase iPhone sales is by digging deeper into the mobile subscriber base of its current partners.
Based on the details mentioned above, the Wells Fargo analysts believe that Apple's iPhone sales during Q4 2015 will flatten year-on-year compared to the same period the year before. Don't worry about Apple's financial success though: selling about 74.5 million iPhones in three months has generated immense profits for the manufacturer in 2014, and Apple's profit margin on the iPhone series isn't likely to go down with the launch of the iPhone 6S series.
Based on the details mentioned above, the Wells Fargo analysts believe that Apple's iPhone sales during Q4 2015 will flatten year-on-year compared to the same period the year before. Don't worry about Apple's financial success though: selling about 74.5 million iPhones in three months has generated immense profits for the manufacturer in 2014, and Apple's profit margin on the iPhone series isn't likely to go down with the launch of the iPhone 6S series.
Speaking of the iPhone 6S, a recent leak showed that the smartphone might be scheduled to launch on September 25th, with pre-orders said to start on September 18th.
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27 Comments
2. CreeDiddy
Posts: 2118; Member since: Nov 04, 2011
These are all predictions without concrete evidence. I believe they will shown growth 4th Qrt. Many reasons are due to current 5 and 5S owners will be able to upgrade. Many of those who are frustrated with their Android devices will upgrade to the 6S. A small percentage of 6/6 Plus will upgrade to the newest technology. Carriers will run specials for Edge, Next, Jump, Easy Pay customers. Factor in Apple Watch with Force Touch and that feature alone will sell them to the 6/6S Plus. If I'm wrong this article should be way off...
So to say growth won't be there
posted on Jun 05, 2015, 10:50 PM 0
14. UglyFrank
Posts: 2188; Member since: Jan 23, 2014
That's what they all say. The only people frustrated with android devices are people who have old low end/mid range devices
posted on Jun 06, 2015, 6:46 AM 0
19. PatriotOverGod929
Posts: 14; Member since: Jun 05, 2015
hmm let's see I have a low end Android 4.4kitkat device powered by MTK mt6582 1.3ghz quad core processor and 1GB ram and I am really really satisfied don't even get me started on lag because this device runs buttery smooth with no lag or whatsoever believe it or not it is true so about that frustration.
posted on Jun 06, 2015, 8:22 AM 0
18. PatriotOverGod929
Posts: 14; Member since: Jun 05, 2015
The only ones who are going to be frustrated are the ones with iphones
posted on Jun 06, 2015, 8:14 AM 1
3. BobbyBuster
Posts: 854; Member since: Jan 13, 2015
Yes, the market is saturated, a zero-sum game has begun.
And Android OEMs will die like flies.
Winter is coming.
posted on Jun 05, 2015, 11:07 PM 2
4. tedkord
Posts: 17094; Member since: Jun 17, 2009
It's sure is saturated, with Android. 80% market share!
posted on Jun 05, 2015, 11:09 PM 4
10. stealthd unregistered
80% market share. . . with only 1 single company (Samsung) making a profit. Sounds like a lot of failure.
posted on Jun 06, 2015, 4:11 AM 1
26. tedkord
Posts: 17094; Member since: Jun 17, 2009
Well, first that BS. Several are making a profit, just not nearly as big as Samsung.
And it can't be a failure when 8 out of every 10 buyers choose an Android phone. Even here in the US, Apple's home country where you can get an iPhone for free on contact, Android is chosen more often.
posted on Jun 06, 2015, 12:04 PM 1
12. hound.master
Posts: 1044; Member since: Feb 27, 2015
I always wondered why you don't get banned since you always trolling Android.
Well sheeps never change specially Android headed ones.
posted on Jun 06, 2015, 4:54 AM 2
23. BobbyBuster
Posts: 854; Member since: Jan 13, 2015
Why should I get banned?
posted on Jun 06, 2015, 9:02 AM 2
21. PatriotOverGod929
Posts: 14; Member since: Jun 05, 2015
The only one who is going to die like a fly is you and Apple.
posted on Jun 06, 2015, 8:26 AM 1
22. PatriotOverGod929
Posts: 14; Member since: Jun 05, 2015
The only one who is going to die like a fly is you douche bag
posted on Jun 06, 2015, 8:26 AM 1
5. darkkjedii
Posts: 30786; Member since: Feb 05, 2011
TBH, this is expected. It happens each year.
posted on Jun 05, 2015, 11:09 PM 4
6. maherk
Posts: 6684; Member since: Feb 10, 2012
Actually, it happens every 2 years, only when the -S model is released. The 3G, 4, 5, and 6 has had a record sales figures when released.
posted on Jun 05, 2015, 11:23 PM 3
28. spasticpat
Posts: 108; Member since: Dec 18, 2012
"According to Wells Fargo analysts Maynard Um, Munjal Shah and Jason Ng, Apple will sell about as much iPhones during the fourth quarter of 2015 as it did back in Q4 2015"
How can it sell as may iPhones in the fourth quarter of 2015 as it did "back in Q4 2015" aren't those the same?
