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Apple to Launch New iPhone Leasing Program Next Week

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from 9to5Mac ·

Apple will debut an 'Apple Upgrade' leasing program later this month, offering lower monthly payments than current financing options, per Bloomberg. The program aims to make iPhone upgrades more accessible. Details on pricing and availability are expected at launch.

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This shifts Apple's strategy from ownership to subscription, potentially locking users into a recurring upgrade cycle while smoothing revenue.
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