Apple Debuts Chinese Online Store, Chinese Language App Store
Apple today
announced that it has launched a
Chinese version of its online store, bringing direct sales of Apple's full product lineup, as well as a broad array of third-party accessories, to the site.
"We are thrilled to open our newest online store in China," said Tim Cook, Apple's COO. "With personalized engraving, configure-to-order options and free shipping on everything, the Apple Store is a great destination for our customers in China."
The company also announced the launch of a Chinese language version of its popular App Store, offering its catalog of iOS application in Simplified Chinese with localized app features and charts.
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