Long queues were seen outside KOPA Mall in Pune’s Koregaon Park on Friday morning, following the commencement of Apple’s sale of its newly launched iPhone 17 series across India. Punekars, including youngsters and seniors, lined up to purchase Apple’s new products, including the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro Max, AirPods 3, Watch Series 11, Watch SE3, and Watch Ultra 3, which were unveiled globally on September 9.
Similar queues were observed at Apple’s flagship stores in Mumbai and Delhi, highlighting the immense popularity of the new lineup.
“I have been waiting since the morning”
Mohan Yadav, one of the potential iPhone buyers who traveled from Ahmedabad to Mumbai to purchase Apple’s new phone, said he had been waiting for his turn since 5 a.m. He expressed concerns over a lack of adequate security, which he said often led to people cutting queues and resulting in chaos at the entrance.
“I have been standing in a queue, but the security here has no responsibility. People are breaking lines. Those standing behind don’t get the chance to buy the product due to a lack of responsibility among the security officials. I have been here since 5 a.m.,” Yadav told news agency ANI.
“Apple fever is quite high among the public”
Bayan Kapoor, a resident of Mumbai, also shared his excitement about the new iPhone 17, mentioning that the phone’s reviews have been positive. He expressed eagerness to buy one if given the opportunity.
“Apple fever is quite high among the public. The reviews of the phone are good. I just want to buy it now, provided I get a chance. I don’t know if I can buy it or not due to the large crowd,” Kapoor added.
Pune store launched on September 4
A massive crowd had previously thronged KOPA Mall for the grand opening of Apple’s first retail store in Pune, which is also the company’s fourth in India. The store was inaugurated on September 4.
“In a city celebrated for its history and creativity, Apple Koregaon Park introduces an incredible new destination for customers to connect with all things Apple — whether they’re shopping for a new product, looking for support for one they already own and love, or seeking inspiration to bring their next big idea to life,” said Deirdre O’Brien, Apple’s Senior Vice President of Retail, in a press release.
The launch of the new iPhone series along with the expanding presence of Apple stores in India clearly reflects the brand’s growing popularity among consumers nationwide.
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