Sales of Apple Watch in the U.S estimated at 2.8 million, big profits from bands
Based on exclusive data provided by Slice Intelligence, Reuters released a report stating that sales of Apple Watch devices in the U.S reached an estimated 2.8 million as of mid-June and the company is in a good position to make good profits from the watch bands.
The entry-level Apple Watch Sports is the most popular model among early adopters.
Research company Slice Intelligence is back with an update on the sales of Apple Watch devices in the U.S and statistics seem to paint a rosy picture for Apple.
According to its latest data analysis of email receipts, Apple has sold an estimated 2.79 million units of its first smart watch as of mid-June. In addition, data reveals that almost 20% of Apple Watch owners are also buying spare Watch bands and Apple is in a good position to generate more profits.
Technology research firm IHS recently revealed that it only takes US$2.05 to make the entry-level sports band which retails for US$49. While it is just an estimate without taking into account the costs of packaging and shipping, sales of Watch bands have the potential to be a valuable stream of profits for Apple. In terms of popularity, the black sports band ranks as the top choice followed by the US$149 Milanese loop.
Slice Intelligence previously estimated one million pre-orders for the Apple Watch in the U.S on 24th April. Apple will be launching the Apple Watch in 7 more countries next Friday, 26th June with more native apps on the way and watchOS 2 available later this year.
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