Apple Inc. has without a doubt expanded globally and is a house hold
trademark in other continents. One of Apple's more vast markets is China. With
over 1.4 billion people living in China it only makes sense that Apple appeals
to their demographic. The Asian communities are known to be prone to the newest
technological advances and have money to pay for it.
However, in the June quarter Apple has struggled in China which is their
second largest market. Consumers weren't excited about the new iPad.
Fortunately for Apple, things seemed to make a quick turn around with the
release of the new iPhone 5 that has Chinese consumers scouring the internet
for the newest product from Apple Inc. The most adamant in the country, smuggle
their iPhone 5's from Hong Kong, to ensure the authenticity.
One thing that troubles me is this: Not more than two weeks ago, workers
from Foxconn (one of Apple's licensed factories) rioted, and brawled livid
about the pressure of the iPhone 5's release. My question is this: If these
riots, brawls and protests are held in China's backyard, against the corporate
factory abuse, why then are Chinese consumers still buying these products?
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