Apple to Launch ‘Upgrade’ Device Leasing Program With Klarna to Spur Sales
Apple is reportedly partnering with Klarna to launch a device leasing program intended to drive sales of iPhones and Macs.
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The brief
Apple is set to introduce the 'Apple Upgrade' program, which will allow users to lease iPhones and Mac computers. According to reports, the initiative is designed to spur sales and is expected to launch next week.
Coverage from Bloomberg, AppleInsider, and MacRumors emphasizes the partnership with Klarna. Simultaneously, 9to5Mac reports that Apple is winding down its existing iPhone Upgrade Program.
Market reaction has already begun, with Seeking Alpha noting that Klarna shares traded up following the report of the partnership.
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Quick answers
What devices will be available under the new program?
The program will let users lease iPhones and Macs.
Who is Apple partnering with for this initiative?
Apple is partnering with Klarna.
When is the program expected to launch?
Reports indicate the program is launching next week.
Coverage (5)
- 'Apple Upgrade' Program Reportedly Launching Next Week MacRumors · 4h ago
- Klarna trades up after report of Apple leasing partnership (KLAR:NYSE) Seeking Alpha · 4h ago
- Apple Upgrades will let users lease iPhones and Macs with Klarna AppleInsider · 4h ago
- Apple winding down iPhone Upgrade Program: report 9to5Mac · 4h ago
- Apple to Launch ‘Upgrade’ Device Leasing Program With Klarna to Spur Sales Bloomberg.com · 4h ago
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