Shipments of Apple and Xiaomi phones fell significantly in China in 11 Feb, 2019, while sales of Huawei products soared. Apple posted a decline of 19.9% in shipments over the period and Xiaomi recorded a fall of 34.9%. In contrast, Huawei's sales rose 23.3% as Chinese customers were drawn to the company's cheaper prices. Apple cited the weakening Chinese economy for its struggles, while Xiaomi pointed to adjustments to its product line and internal reorganisation.
Shipments of Apple and Xiaomi phones fell significantly in China in Q4 2018, while sales of Huawei products soared. Apple posted a decline of 19.9% in shipments over the period and Xiaomi recorded a fall of 34.9%. In contrast, Huawei's sales rose 23.3% as Chinese customers were drawn to the company's cheaper prices. Apple cited the weakening Chinese economy for its struggles, while Xiaomi pointed to adjustments to its product line and internal reorganisation.