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Apple launches device leasing program with Klarna

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from TechCrunch ·

Apple partners with Klarna to offer monthly leasing for iPhones, Watches, Macs, and iPads. Prices start at $17.99 for iPhone, $11.99 for Watch, $24.99 for Mac, and $11.99 for iPad. The program aims to make Apple devices more accessible without upfront costs.

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This shifts Apple toward subscription-like hardware access, but the total cost over time may exceed outright purchase.
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