It remains unclear as to how warranties will be affected beyond the global 12-month guarantee Apple currently offers for the iPhone. An Apple spokesperson refused to comment on the matter, only indicating that it was a matter of the telco’s business practices rather than the manufacturer.

Samuel said the ACCC wasn’t concerned with how the warranties were provided and confirmed the watchdog had no negotiations with the computing giant as part of the undertaking. He suggested that bulk purchase of extended warranties from Apple or establishment of in-house repair centres could be used to satisfy legal concern.

“Frankly, my view has always been that if you sold an iPhone under a 24-month contract, you have to repair if you’re the retailer,” he said.