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New iPhones sell out 2 minutes after preorders open: Vendor

Apple's new iPhones, including the iPhone 18 Pro series and the foldable iPhone Duo, sold out within two minutes of preorders opening, according to Chunghwa Telecom. Prices start at NT$44,900 for the iPhone 18 Pro and NT$74,900 for the iPhone Duo. Taiwan Mobile reported a nearly 200% surge in preorders compared to last year's models.

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Published Sep 12, 2026, 11:15 AM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$AAPLBullishLow
01

Why it matters

The sell‑out speed underscores strong consumer appetite, but the overall market impact is modest given the localized nature of the data.

02

Market read

Product launch news for a mega‑cap; may provide short‑term positive bias for Apple but limited trading urgency.

03

What to watch

Preorder demand in Taiwan may not translate to other key markets; pricing is higher than previous models.

Relevance 7/10Novelty 7/10Timing: today

Background

Apple unveiled its iPhone 18 Pro series and the first foldable iPhone Duo in early September, with Taiwanese carriers opening preorders.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$AAPLBullishMedium confidence
Context

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro series and iPhone Duo sold out within two minutes of preorder opening in Taiwan, indicating strong demand for the new models.

Expected impact

Modest upside pressure on AAPL in the near term as demand signals may boost earnings outlook.

Evidence & confidence

While the news is positive, the impact is limited to a specific market (Taiwan) and does not immediately affect global supply or revenue forecasts.

Market effects

Sector

May reinforce bullish sentiment for the smartphone and consumer electronics sector.

Regional

Highlights strong demand in Taiwan, potentially benefiting local telecom operators.

Global

Limited global effect; primarily a product‑launch signal for Apple.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

Rapid sell‑outs could mask inventory constraints or supply‑chain bottlenecks that may surface later.

Key entities

  • Company
    Apple Inc.

    Manufacturer of the newly launched iPhone 18 Pro series and iPhone Duo.

  • Company
    Chunghwa Telecom Co.

    Taiwan telecom operator reporting the sell‑out.

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