T-Mobile Sees Surge In iPhone 16 Sales, Surpassing Last Year's Numbers Despite AI Delay

T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert reported higher iPhone 16 sales in the first week compared to last year, in a CNBC interview. Customers are purchasing more expensive models, including Pros and Maxes. Sievert expressed optimism, noting that while the delayed AI could impact the product's adoption cycle, demand remains strong. Sievert also reviewed T-Mobile’s 5G expansion, with a new customer target 12 million. The company is collaborating with Nvidia, Nokia, and Ericsson to develop future mobile networks centered on AI.