The iPhone 16 emerged as the best-selling smartphone globally in the first quarter of 2025, according to Counterpoint Research.
Despite leading in sales, Apple missed its revenue targets for fiscal Q1, attributed to challenges in China where government subsidies favor cheaper models over Pro versions.
The base model iPhone 16 excelled in global sales, but Morningstar analyst William Kerwin remains cautious about Apple's overall success, highlighting past lackluster performance.
Apple faced hurdles in 2025, including uncertainties with CEO Tim Cook and tariffs, as well as underwhelming growth in AI-driven sales for the iPhone 16.