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apple’s iPhone Air Launch Hits a Regulatory Roadblock in China
San Francisco,CA – Apple‘s highly anticipated global launch of the iPhone Air has encountered an unexpected hurdle: a delay in the Chinese market due to regulatory requirements surrounding its exclusive adoption of eSIM technology. While the iPhone Air is now available in over 63 countries and regions as of September 19th, Chinese consumers face a waiting period as Apple navigates a complex approval process with local operators and authorities.
This isn’t the first time Apple has pushed the boundaries of mobile connectivity. In 2022, the tech giant began phasing out physical SIM card slots in the US with the iPhone
