Apple Intelligence is only available in English-speaking countries, creating an opportunity for Chinese phone makers like Xiaomi and Vivo, which had a 'remarkable' quarter, IDC says.

Apple’s (AAPL) annual shipments in China declined 17% in 2024, with Huawei and Vivo overtaking the iPhone maker in market share, Reuters’ Liam Mo and Brenda Goh report, citing data from research from Canalys.

Apple last year introduced Apple Intelligence, its own set of AI tools. Since they are all processed on-device, Apple

To regain momentum, Apple must accelerate the global availability of its AI features and strengthen its competitive position in key markets like China. As competitors continue innovating with AI-driven features,

Apple Inc.’s iPhone sales declined about 5% globally in the final quarter of last year, hurt by underwhelming upgrades and competitors making inroads in China.

Multiple research firms say Apple Inc. saw its iPhone sales fall by about 5% globally in the final quarter of last year. Apple’s artificial intelligence software, called Apple Intelligence, failed to stir up strong demand,