Recently, Apple has officially launched self-service repair services for users of iPhone12, iPhone13, and iPhone SE3 series models. Interestingly, Apple also sells iPhone SIM card access pins, SIM card trays and other small accessories in its self-service repair stores. I don’t know, but it really shocked netizens when it came out!
According to Apple’s official website, the SIM card access pin is priced at US$4 (approximately RMB 26.52), and the SIM card tray is priced at US$7 (approximately RMB 47.74). A SIM card pin sells for 26 yuan. It is estimated that only Apple has the courage. No, the topic #AppleSIM card pin sells for 26 yuan# was scolded by netizens and became a hot search on Weibo.
Judging from the comments from netizens, most of them are complaints: a card-breaking pin is not worth 26 yuan, is Apple here to steal money, etc.
These comments are all too small, and I don’t even think about it. If Apple doesn’t sell a stuck pin for dozens of dollars, can it still be called Apple? This card pin may be one of the most worth buying products on Apple’s official website.
You know, this is no ordinary card pin. The iPhone’s card pin is made of amorphous alloy (also called liquid metal). This is a high-tech material that is different from traditional metal. Compared with , it has higher hardness, will not bend or deform easily, and will not rust, so the cost is much more expensive. It is said that it is the same aerospace metal as Musk's Mars plan exploration rocket. It is not too much to sell it for 26 yuan, right?
Not only that, the side of the original card pin is also micro-engraved with this English word. It is said that it was signed by the chairman of Apple. I was so scared that I quickly went to the original card pin to study it and take a closer look. : "CHINA", although it is not an autograph, the quality has indeed been further improved.
Furthermore, this card needle is also very cost-effective. One needle costs 26 yuan and can be used for several years. In this way, it basically costs nothing every day. It is also universal for all iPhone/iPad series, including the iPhone 14, 15, and 16 to be released next. As long as you keep it well, a card pin can be used directly until the arrival of the iPhone without a card tray, which is quite cost-effective.
In addition, if you want to buy, you can only buy original ones. It is highly not recommended that you use non-original card pins. Non-original ones may cause pop-ups after being used for a long time, and may even cause the SIM card to work unstable, which may cause minor effects. iPhone signal problems may lead to damage to the motherboard and the inability to boot normally, so use with caution! Use with caution! If the pin is stuck, please look for the original Apple brand pin.
Joking aside, is Apple’s 26 yuan stuck pin worth buying? This is a matter of benevolence and wisdom. At least if Apple has clearly marked the price, there will be no problem. Whether you want to buy it or not is up to you.
Of course, this is not the first time that Apple has been criticized for product pricing, including a polishing cloth that previously sold for 145 yuan, a MagSafe external battery for 749 yuan, and a Thunderbolt 4Pro cable for 949 yuan. etc., all because of product pricing, which has caused dissatisfaction among netizens.