Indonesia bans iPhone 16 sale and use over unmet Apple investment commitments

The sale, purchase, and use of the iPhone 16 have been banned in Indonesia over unmet commitments by Apple.

Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita announced that any of Apple’s latest model devices operating within the country would be considered illegal, while also cautioning consumers against purchasing it from abroad.

The iPhone 16, launched globally on September 20, is included in the ban along with the iPhone 16 Pro range and the Apple Watch Series 10.