Apple Said to Be Close to a Deal With China Mobile

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Apple Inc. is close to a deal with China Mobile Ltd. to sell its iPhones through the world’s largest carrier, said a person with knowledge of the matter.

The Cupertino, California-based company is preparing to ship iPhones to China Mobile, said the person, who asked not be identified because the discussions are private. A deal with China Mobile won’t be announced at an Apple event on Sept. 10, during which the company is set to unveil new iPhones, said the person.