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  "id": 8327309,
  "title": "iPhone 18 launch sparks upgrade rush",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/iphone-18-launch-sparks-upgrade-rush-8327309",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-18T22:24:00.000Z",
  "source": {
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    "url": "https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/3322209/iphone-18-launch-sparks-upgrade-rush"
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  "summary": "The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max series drew a stronger consumer response than forecast on the first day of sales in Thailand on Friday, as replacement demand supported purchases, while retailers and mobile operators competed to offer trade-in schemes, extended financing and future buyback offers.",
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        "outlet": "Bangkok Post Business",
        "title": "iPhone 18 launch sparks upgrade rush",
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        "published": "2026-09-18T22:24:00.000Z"
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