The Wall Street Journal reports that China plans to begin offering the iPhone 5 in late November or early December, which would mark the entry of Apple’s latest smartphone into China. According to the WSJ, China was responsible for $5.7 billion in revenue for Apple last quarter, 16% of the company’s total. » China Prepares for iPhone 5 in Late November or Early December
Chris Eissens
Reuters reported that China Mobile, the world’s biggest telecom carrier by subscribers, is negotiating with Apple Inc to carry the popular iPhone in China. “China Mobile is the only Chinese operator that does not officially carry the iPhone because its homegrown 3G technology is not supported by the chips used in current iPhone models. Analysts have said next-generation iPhones will likely use a Qualcomm Inc chip that would support China Mobile’s network, removing the key technology barrier for a deal“.