Apple saw iPhone sales in China decline 19.1% in the first quarter compared to the same period last year, according to Counterpoint Research. Meanwhile, Chinese tech giant Huawei saw its smartphone sales in the country surge 69.7% year-over-year in the first quarter. Huawei's comeback has directly impacted Apple in China's premium smartphone segment. Huawei launched its new Mate 60 device with advanced 5G connectivity, fueling its sales rebound. Huawei now ranks as the fourth largest smartphone brand in China, putting pressure on Apple in third place.