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We're talking about Apple Stores, not Apple in general. I'm sure Apple would be fine if they closed all stores.

• ceejayoz 3y ago
  The stores are a pretty critical component in their sales, marketing, and support cycles, and generally considered a big part of their current success.
  • Kiro 3y ago
    I don't think so. Apple Stores are mostly a US thing.
    • mcpackieh 3y ago
      Even in urban areas of America, Apple Stores are often far away in inconvenient locations. Look at the map of Apple Stores in Seattle; it's a pain in the ass to get to one without a car.
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    • ceejayoz 3y ago
      That's Apple's largest market, with 40% of sales. They have stores in 26 countries.
    • Timon3 3y ago
      More than half the people I know with Apple devices go to Apple stores for purchase & servicing. I'm from Germany.
  • EA-3167 3y ago
    The stores sure, but the individual retail workers definitely aren't, and are probably fairly replaceable.