Since 2007, the year of launching the first iPhone, Apple has sold three billion. A new limit that its CEO, Tim Cook, announced to investors on July 31, on the occasion of the publication of the company’s quarterly results.
“3 billion iPhone sold! Thanks to all who have made the iPhone such an important part of their lives.
An impressive figure for the American giant, especially because it manages to sell every new one billion more and faster units. After the launch of his iPhone, it took nine years to reach one billion units sold, in 2016. Five years later, in 2021, Apple crossed the two billion iPhone sold. And in the four -year space, the company has sold another billion.
Increase in AI investments
In addition to this new limit, the iPhone remains the main activity of the company. Its turnover increased by 13% for a year to reach $ 44.58 billion. As CNBC reports, Tim Cook revealed that the iPhone 16 was more popular than the iPhone 15, compared to the same period last year. The sales of the iPhone 16 showed a strong two -digit growth compared to their predecessor, he said.
In addition to its products, Apple continues to bet on artificial intelligence. While the company is late in this area compared to the competition, its boss has announced that it will increase its investments.
The billionaire also told them that the company was “open” to mergers and acquisitions. A comment that occurs when Bloomberg reported in June that Apple could buy the perplexity startup. This is known for its search engine and assistant, which can also replace Siri on the iPhone. While the new Siri is waiting, Tim Cook said the company is progressing well in the customization of its assistant.
Apple’s CEO has also announced investors that a “significant number of people” currently reallocates to focus on AI. “We have a great team and dedicate all our energy,” he said.
Source: BFM TV
