iPhone Air Launch in China Delayed Over eSIM Concerns

TL;DR
Apple has delayed the launch and preorders of the iPhone Air in China due to regulatory issues surrounding eSIM support, which is not yet widely available in the country. The delay is likely because the iPhone Air is eSIM-only, and Chinese carriers are still in the process of obtaining regulatory approval for eSIM services. Apple is working with authorities to resolve the issue and bring the device to China soon.
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