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Apple to launch device subscription service with Klarna next week

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from Engadget ·

Apple plans to announce a hardware subscription service as early as next week, partnering with fintech firm Klarna. The service will let customers pay a monthly fee for iPhones and other devices, similar to Apple's iPhone Upgrade Program but without a fixed term. This move could reshape how consumers buy expensive electronics, boosting Apple's recurring revenue.

Meridian48 take
The subscription model may lock users deeper into Apple's ecosystem, but its success hinges on pricing and whether it truly offers flexibility over traditional financing.
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