Apple iPhone 12 mini Production Stopped Due to Low Sales: Report
Jun. 22, 2021Apple launched theiPhone 12 minias part of theiPhone 12 series, citing the craze for compact smartphones in the market. The company initially thought the device would be popular among users looking for an iPhone SE-like form factor, but with the new design and powerful internals. However, Apple’s prediction did not turn up to be fruitful as the demand for iPhone 12 mini started decreasing in the market. And now, as per reports, Apple has stopped iPhone 12 mini production and is looking to discontinue it.
iPhone 12 mini Discontinued?
We have anew reportfrom a Taiwanese research firm called TrendForce, stating that Apple has already stopped production of the iPhone 12 mini. The device has reached its End-of-Life phase merely in the second quarter after its release.
As per the report, the iPhone 12 mini could not bring as many sales as the other models under the iPhone 12 series. For instance, devices like the iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Maxsold like hotcakes around the world, while the popularity of the standard iPhone 12 model ledApple to garner record sales in countries like India.
Compared to these, the iPhone 12 mini saw disappointing sales in the domestic as well as global markets. AlthoughApple offered heavy discountson the said device during special occasions in potential markets, the overall sales were stagnant.
As a result, Apple is now no longer manufacturing the iPhone 12 mini. The Cupertino giant is still selling the device on its officialonlineand offline stores. However, the company will discontinue the 12 mini once it sells off the existing stocks, which is expected to happen sometime later this year.
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