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iPhone 17 boom pushes Apple to record RM1.24 trillion revenue in 2025

Apple is set for its strongest year ever, with IDC forecasting 247.4 million iPhone shipments in 2025 — a 6.1% jump — driven by the iPhone 17 series. This single-handedly lifts global smartphone shipments by 1.5%, while iPhone revenue is projected to exceed US$261 billion (approx. RM1.24 trillion at RM4.75), up 7.2% YoY.

iPhone 17 Dominates in China

In China, Apple’s largest market, iPhone 17 seized over 20% share in October-November, prompting IDC to upgrade China’s full-year forecast from -1% to +3%.

Better Performance in Europe

The turnaround also boosted performance in the US and Western Europe. CEO Tim Cook had already flagged a record December quarter with 10-12% revenue growth.

Despite the iPhone Air underperforming, standard and Pro models are flying off shelves.

Rumours of Delayed iPhone 18

However, Apple’s plan to delay the base iPhone 18 to spring 2027, combined with a global memory shortage, may drag iOS shipments down 4.2% in 2026 and push smartphone prices higher industry-wide.

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