Apple's website in many countries also functions as its official online store, where users can directly select and purchase products ranging from Macs and iPods to various software and accessories, while enjoying benefits such as free shipping. Various promotional measures are also launched on the website at the earliest opportunity. Unfortunately, due to well-known reasons, the Chinese version of the Apple website does not have this function; its "purchase information" page merely lists contact details for local dealers, making direct purchases impossible. However, we have recently discovered that the Apple China website has quietly been upgraded, and the current "purchase information" page is now consistent with versions around the world.