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Apple launches ‘Upgrade’ device leasing program in partnership with Klarna
The rollout of the program comes as Apple has been struggling with supply chain issues related to "RAMageddon," which refers to the industry-wide shortage of memory chips that is driving up the price of hardware.
Apple is introducing a new leasing program in partnership with the “buy now, pay later” service Klarna, giving eligible customers the option to pay for Apple devices through monthly installments, the tech giant announced on Tuesday. The program is available for the…
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