Apple could post strong quarterly numbers thanks to an uptick in iPhone and Mac sales, according to analysts, although overall iPod sales could continue their downward trend. Those analysts believe that the iPhone is strongly positioned to take advantage of the continuing growth in the smartphone market. The strong initial sales of the iPad, including more than 500,000 units during the tablet PCs first week of general release, will also be a substantial factor when Apple announces its quarterly earnings April 20.
– A combination of strong iPhone, Mac and iPad sales could
help Apple post strong quarterly numbers April 20, according to analysts. That
follows on the heels of reports that Apple sold more than 500,000 iPads during
the tablet PCs first week of general release.
During an April 8 news conference …