All 17 Italian Apple stores hit by strike on iPhone 18 Pro launch day

All 17 Apple stores in Italy went on strike on the day of the global iPhone 18 Pro sales launch. Unions Filcams CGIL, Fisascat CISL, and Uiltucs, representing over 1,600 employees, demand permanent contracts, hiring, and flexible schedules. Apple said stores are operating normally.

• Strike covered all 17 Apple stores in Italy
• Unions represent over 1,600 Apple Retail Italia employees
• Demands: permanent contracts, hiring, more hours for part-time workers
• iPhone 18 Pro in Italy costs €1489, foldable Duo launches October 23