After iPhones, Apple will make AirPods in India
1 year, 9 months ago

After iPhones, Apple will make AirPods in India

India Today  

It seems that Apple is now all set to manufacture AirPods too in India. The cited source claims that Foxconn will be investing $200 million in the new factory in India, which will produce Apple’s wireless earbuds, among other devices. Apple has been manufacturing iPhones in India for a very long time now, but the company started assembling process of the devices in the country a few months back. China is one of the biggest manufacturing markets for Apple, but the company realised that it shouldn’t be dependent on one market for the production of its devices, as per several reports. In the recent past, violent protests took place at Apple’s Zhengzhou factory in China as workers were not happy about wages, which reportedly sabotaged the company’s production cycle.

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Apple to begin assembling THIS product in India: Here’s what the report suggests
1 week, 3 days ago

Apple to begin assembling THIS product in India: Here’s what the report suggests

Live Mint  

Apple is reportedly set to begin assembling its popular AirPods wireless earphones in India, marking a major step in the company's ongoing efforts to expand its manufacturing footprint beyond China. According to a Bloomberg report, Foxconn Technology Group, a key Apple supplier, is preparing to begin AirPods production at a new facility near Hyderabad, Telangana, as early as the first …

Apple to manufacture AirPods in India, but will they make it cheaper?
1 week, 4 days ago

Apple to manufacture AirPods in India, but will they make it cheaper?

India Today  

Apple is set to start manufacturing its AirPods in India, marking a big step in its efforts to expand production outside China. While local production could help reduce costs related to import duties and logistics, this may not immediately translate into significantly lower prices for consumers. However, local production could help with faster availability and possibly lower costs in the …

iPhone production likely to double in India due to Donald Trump, adding 200,000 new jobs & $30bn revenue
1 month, 1 week ago

iPhone production likely to double in India due to Donald Trump, adding 200,000 new jobs & $30bn revenue

Firstpost  

Apple’s production increase hinges on the policies of US President Donald Trump, who has repeatedly expressed his intent to impose steep tariffs, between 60-100 per cent, on goods imported from China If Apple implements these plans, India’s share of global iPhone production could rise to over 26 per cent, a substantial jump from the current 12-14 per cent. The Economic …

Apple's India Expansion: A Strategic Shift Away from China
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Apple's India Expansion: A Strategic Shift Away from China

Firstpost  

Apple's expansion of its manufacturing base in India has gained significant attention, with the tech giant exporting nearly $6 billion worth of iPhones between April and September 2024. This represents a one-third increase in value compared to the same period last year, setting Apple on track to exceed $10 billion in exports by the end of the fiscal year. The …

India's Mobile Manufacturing Boom: A Global Powerhouse Emerging
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

India's Mobile Manufacturing Boom: A Global Powerhouse Emerging

Firstpost  

India's mobile manufacturing industry is gaining global attention, thanks to the Make in India initiative. Big companies like Samsung and Apple are setting up large factories in the country, making India the world's second-largest exporter of mobile phones. With Samsung's mega factory in Noida and Apple moving some iPhone production to Tamil Nadu, India is becoming a key player in …

Apple to manufacture entire iPhone 16 lineup in India
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple to manufacture entire iPhone 16 lineup in India

New Indian Express  

US tech giant Apple announced on Friday that it will manufacture its entire iPhone 16 lineup, including its premium devices, in India. “Apple is now manufacturing the entire iPhone 16 lineup, including iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, in India,” said Apple in a statement. Apple first started manufacturing iPhones in India in 2017, initially producing older generation …

Apple fastest growing firm in India over the last 50 years, ​contributes 14 per cent to tech giant’s total production
4 months, 1 week ago

Apple fastest growing firm in India over the last 50 years, ​contributes 14 per cent to tech giant’s total production

Firstpost  

India’s role in Apple’s global production has grown substantially. This growth not only highlights Apple’s expanding influence in India but also marks it as the largest global value chain operating within the country, surpassing other multinational corporations. According to a recent Economic Survey, India now contributes approximately 14 per cent to Apple’s total production, a sharp increase from the 7 …

'Made in India' telecom equipment now being exported to over 100 countries: Centre
4 months, 3 weeks ago

'Made in India' telecom equipment now being exported to over 100 countries: Centre

India TV News  

The Indian government has stated that telecom equipment designed and manufactured in India are now being exported to over 100 countries. Madhu Arora, Member of the Digital Communications Commission, Department of Telecom, mentioned that many Indian telecom companies have achieved success in Western nations, including the US, despite tough global competition. Madhu Arora emphasised that Information and communications technology plays …

iPhone 16 Pro models set to manufacture in India, to arrive shortly after their global launch – India TV
4 months, 4 weeks ago

iPhone 16 Pro models set to manufacture in India, to arrive shortly after their global launch – India TV

India TV News  

Apple is planning to introduce its 'Make in India' iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max models in India shortly after their global launch this fall. The iPhone 16 will also be available on the first day of global sales in India, just like the previous year when the iPhone 15 debuted in the domestic market on the global sale …

Economic Survey 2023-24: 14% of global iPhones made in India in FY24, country's electronics export rank up
5 months ago

Economic Survey 2023-24: 14% of global iPhones made in India in FY24, country's electronics export rank up

The Hindu  

US smartphone major Apple assembled 14% of global iPhones in India in FY24 and the country's ranking in global electronics export improved by four positions, Economic Survey 2023-24 said on July 22. "Apple assembled $14 billion worth of iPhones in India during FY'24, constituting 14% of its global iPhone production," the Economic Survey said citing third-party data. The survey recorded …

Apple's ‘big plans’ for India: Resume iPads production, Pune for AirPod cases
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple's ‘big plans’ for India: Resume iPads production, Pune for AirPod cases

Hindustan Times  

Apple may soon start manufacturing its iPads in India again reportedly owing to government's push to bring more supply chains into the country. The company has been focussing on increasing its manufacturing capabilities for iPhones and aims to increase production of components for AirPod wireless charging cases in India. India also wants Apple to look into making laptops and desktops …

Apple exports iPhones worth over Rs 16,500 crore in April-May from India
6 months, 1 week ago

Apple exports iPhones worth over Rs 16,500 crore in April-May from India

India TV News  

Apple has reportedly achieved a significant milestone of exporting the ‘made in India’ iPhones which was worth more than Rs 16,500 crore in the first 2 months of the ongoing financial year. FY24 success and record production Apple has concluded FY24 with a substantial iPhone production value of around USD 14 billion in India. Strengthening domestic manufacturing Highlighting India’s growing …

Here's what Tim Cook said after seeing Apple's growth in March quater in India
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Here's what Tim Cook said after seeing Apple's growth in March quater in India

India TV News  

During an analyst call announcing its fiscal 2024 second quarter results with revenue of $90.8 billion, Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, shared that the company experienced strong double-digit growth in India in the March quarter. Cook said that the company is continuing to expand its channels and also working on the developer ecosystem in India as well. Cook said that the …

Apple Stores in India emerge as global high performers as sales fly: Report
8 months ago

Apple Stores in India emerge as global high performers as sales fly: Report

Hindustan Times  

Apple has been raising its game in India ever since it faced a host of negative issues in its top manufacturing base, which is China, during the Covid-19 pandemic. While that is the case regarding the manufacturing arena, Apple has gone ahead and even opened physical stores in India last year - two of them actually, and that too in …

Hiring now! Apple may create 500,000 jobs in India
8 months ago

Hiring now! Apple may create 500,000 jobs in India

Hindustan Times  

Apple has been trying to diversify its manufacturing base away from China after facing huge difficulties during the Covid-19 pandemic when the production of iPhone and other gadgets came under intense pressure. It has been reported that Apple, via its vendors, may create over 500,000 jobs in India over the next three years, news agency PTI reported quoting government sources. …

Apple set to scale up production India, employ 5 lakh people in next 3 years
8 months ago

Apple set to scale up production India, employ 5 lakh people in next 3 years

Live Mint  

iPhone maker Apple is set to scale up its production in India through vendors and is expected to employ around 5 lakh employees from the country in the next three years, the sources from the government revealed on Sunday. The fresh plans around hiring will be a significant boost from the current level of 1.5 lakh Apple employees in India, …

Apple shows the way for electronics exports
8 months, 1 week ago

Apple shows the way for electronics exports

Hindustan Times  

At $10 billion in FY24, exports of India-assembled iPhones have doubled from the previous fiscal. While the iPhone instance is evidence of policies such as the PLI for smartphones working, India must do more to convince the world that it has the makings of a preferred China+1 destination for electronics exports. At present, the world may seem more inclined towards …

Apple's major milestone: Company now makes 1 in 7 iPhones in India as output hits $14 billion
8 months, 1 week ago

Apple's major milestone: Company now makes 1 in 7 iPhones in India as output hits $14 billion

Hindustan Times  

Apple increased its iPhone production in India as the company assembled $14 billion worth of iPhones in fiscal 2024, Bloomberg reported. Foxconn and Pegatron, two major Taiwanese manufacturers, played a significant role in boosting Apple's production output in India. China is the largest iPhone-making hub in the world but Apple is ramping up iPhone production in India as it strategically …

Unparalleled success story unfolds in mobile phone manufacturing in India
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Unparalleled success story unfolds in mobile phone manufacturing in India

India TV News  

The growth of mobile phone production in India over a decade is being described as an unmatched success story in the manufacturing sector. According to the industry body, India Cellular & Electronics Association, mobile phone production, in value terms has surged from Rs 18,900 crore in 2014-15 to an estimated Rs 4.10 lakh crore in FY24, registering over 20 fold …

Apple reportedly wants to source iPhone 16 batteries from India, here is why
1 year ago

Apple reportedly wants to source iPhone 16 batteries from India, here is why

India Today  

Apple reportedly wants the batteries of the upcoming iPhone 16 series to be made in India. Apple is reportedly also urging Desay from China and Simplo Technology from Taiwan to initiate the construction of new factories in India. Presently, Apple produces the iPhone 15 in India through partnerships with Taiwanese contract manufacturers like Foxconn, Pegatron, and Wistron. It is also …

Apple warns India against EU-like USB-C rules for iPhones, says move will hit local production targets
1 year ago

Apple warns India against EU-like USB-C rules for iPhones, says move will hit local production targets

Firstpost  

The Indian government has been considering making USB-C ports the standard charging port for phones and personal devices, just like the EU. However, Apple is lobbying the government to not implement such a policy, saying that it will interfere with their local production targets Apple has informed the Indian government about potential disruptions to its local production targets if New …

Apple warns India's EU-style charger rules will hit local production target
1 year ago

Apple warns India's EU-style charger rules will hit local production target

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI : Apple has told India that its local production targets will be hit if New Delhi follows the European Union and requires existing iPhones to have universal charging ports, a government document shows as the US tech giant lobbies for an exemption or delay. In a closed-door meeting on November 28 chaired by India's IT ministry, Apple asked …

India’s iPhone Plant To Be Expanded As Apple Increases Its Demand From Tata Group
1 year ago

India’s iPhone Plant To Be Expanded As Apple Increases Its Demand From Tata Group

News 18  

Apple is gunning for more iPhone production to come out of India in the coming years and it reportedly wants to expand the current setup to show its focus and ambitions in the country. The report from Economic Times this week says the iPhone plant run by the Tata Group will be expanded within the next 18 months, helping the …

Apple’s manufacturer Luxshare moves investment to Vietnam instead of India: Here’s why
1 year, 1 month ago

Apple’s manufacturer Luxshare moves investment to Vietnam instead of India: Here’s why

Live Mint  

Apple’s one of the biggest Chinese component manufacturers, Luxshare, has reportedly decided to invest in Vietnam instead of India, citing the political tensions between the two countries. According to a report by Business Standard, after three years, Luxshare’s move to make investments in Vietnam is a result of many failed attempts to expand its operations in India. On 16 August, …

Smartphone manufacturing: How 'Make in India' is marking a difference
1 year, 1 month ago

Smartphone manufacturing: How 'Make in India' is marking a difference

Firstpost  

The decisions by the likes of Apple, Foxconn and Micron to either expand or establish their India presence could not have come at a better time As India is looking to become the third largest economy in the world in the coming years, cutting-edge technologies across 5G/6G, satellite communication and semiconductors will contribute towards this growth. More than 90 per …

Tata To Make iPhones For Global Markets In India, Acquires Wistron's India Operations
1 year, 1 month ago

Tata To Make iPhones For Global Markets In India, Acquires Wistron's India Operations

News 18  

Tata Group will start making Apple iPhones in India to be exported to global markets across the world within a span of two and a half years. Rajeev Chandrasekhar, India’s Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s PLI scheme and said, “within just two and a half years, Tata Companies will now start making …

Google announces ‘Made-in-India’ Pixel smartphones
1 year, 2 months ago

Google announces ‘Made-in-India’ Pixel smartphones

Hindustan Times  

Google will manufacture its Pixel smartphones in India, the company announced on Thursday at Google for India, the ninth edition of its annual India-specific event. REUTERS/Caitlin Ochs Pixel 8 – it was launched earlier this month – is likely to be the first locally-made smartphone in the lineup, and a roll out is expected in 2024, the tech giant added. …

Google commits to manufacturing Pixel smartphones in India, supporting 'Make in India' initiative
1 year, 2 months ago

Google commits to manufacturing Pixel smartphones in India, supporting 'Make in India' initiative

India TV News  

Google has announced its intention to start manufacturing and assembling Pixel smartphones in India, aligning with the country's "Make in India" initiative. Since 2016, Google has shipped nearly 40 million Pixel smartphones, with 10 million units sent out in the past 12 months alone. Google's commitment to manufacturing Pixel smartphones in India signifies its support for local production and its …

India emerges as second-largest global hub for mobile phone manufacturing
1 year, 2 months ago

India emerges as second-largest global hub for mobile phone manufacturing

India TV News  

India has risen to become the world's second-largest manufacturing hub for mobile phones, largely attributed to significant investments from original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and companies specializing in mobile components and parts, according to a recent report. This development is a significant boost to India's "Make in India" initiative, with recent data from government and industry sources revealing mobile …

Apple supplier Pegatron halts iPhone assembly at India facility after fire
1 year, 2 months ago

Apple supplier Pegatron halts iPhone assembly at India facility after fire

The Hindu  

Apple supplier Pegatron temporarily halted iPhone assembly at its facility in south India on Monday after a fire incident on Sunday night, three sources told Reuters. Pegatron currently accounts for 10% of Apple's iPhone production in India, according to research firm Counterpoint. Apple Inc has bet big on India since it began iPhone assembly in the country in 2017 via …

Apple to scale up production over 5 times in India to USD 40 billion in five years
1 year, 3 months ago

Apple to scale up production over 5 times in India to USD 40 billion in five years

India TV News  

iPhone maker Apple has plans to scale up production in India by over five-fold to around USD 40 billion in the next 4-5 years, according to government sources. "Apple has plans to increase production in India to over USD 40 billion in the next 4-5 years. The company globally sold iPhones worth USD 191 billion and products worth USD 38.36 …

Who is better at making phones, India or China?
1 year, 3 months ago

Who is better at making phones, India or China?

Live Mint  

Apple’s iPhone 15 is the first made-in-India iPhone to be sold across markets right from launch. While iPhones were first made in India in May 2017, this is the first time that India’s assembly lines made the latest iPhone ahead of its launch. Brands such as Apple typically get finished products at mass scale weeks ahead of launch, which is …

Is Apple planning to debut 'Make in India' iPhones globally on launch day?
1 year, 3 months ago

Is Apple planning to debut 'Make in India' iPhones globally on launch day?

India TV News  

Apple is poised to launch the 'Make in India' version of the iPhone 15 on the very first day of its global sales, not only within India but also for export to select international markets, as per the sources. In August 2023, Apple's manufacturer, Foxconn, expedited local production of the next-gen iPhone 15 at its facility in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu, …

Apple's 'Made in India' iPhone 15 to hit stores worldwide together
1 year, 3 months ago

Apple's 'Made in India' iPhone 15 to hit stores worldwide together

India TV News  

In a significant move, Apple is gearing up to release its upcoming 'Made in India' iPhone 15 in India almost simultaneously with its worldwide launch, set for September 12, according to sources cited by the Economic Times. This move is expected to align India's release date more closely with the global launch, thanks to the high level of interest and …

Apple ramps up iPhone 15 production in India
1 year, 4 months ago

Apple ramps up iPhone 15 production in India

The Hindu  

iPhone 15 production is underway and Apple is working on manufacturing a significant share of the devices in India. The iPhone 15 is being produced in Tamil Nadu in a bid to reduce the disparity between Apple’s India operations and its primary manufacturing base in China, as per a report by Bloomberg. The report mentions that Apple’s Foxconn Technology Group …

Apple Supplier Foxconn Begins iPhone 15 Production in India
1 year, 4 months ago

Apple Supplier Foxconn Begins iPhone 15 Production in India

Deccan Chronicle  

Apple Inc.’s next-generation iPhone 15 is beginning production in Tamil Nadu, in an effort to further narrow the gap between its India operations and main manufacturing base in China. “Apple’s increased production in India will lead to more of its supply chain moving to the country,” said Shilpi Jain, a senior analyst at Counterpoint Research. Other Apple suppliers in India …

Tesla asked to copy Apple's strategy to make in India: Report
1 year, 4 months ago

Tesla asked to copy Apple's strategy to make in India: Report

India Today  

As Tesla explores the possibility of establishing a manufacturing plant in India for cheaper electric vehicles, officials have raised concerns about the company's reliance on Chinese suppliers. Tesla's reliance on Chinese suppliers To keep costs low for manufacturing a cost-effective EV in India, Chinese suppliers could play a crucial role. Three government sources with direct knowledge of the matter told …

After Apple, now Google wants to make smartphones in India
1 year, 6 months ago

After Apple, now Google wants to make smartphones in India

India Today  

Google reportedly wants to produce Pixel smartphones in India. As reported by Bloomberg, Google's move seems to be linked to production-linked incentives that India wants to offer international tech giants to manufacture smartphones in the country. The report highlights that Google is already in talks with Foxconn Technology Group's Indian unit Bharat FIH as well as homegrown manufacturers such as …

Google Pixel Phones May Be Manufactured In India Soon
1 year, 6 months ago

Google Pixel Phones May Be Manufactured In India Soon

ABP News  

Seems like Google is following Apple's footsteps as the subsidiary of tech behemoth Alphabet Inc., is looking to establish partnerships with Indian suppliers for the local manufacturing of its Pixel smartphones. The tech giant is in talks with homegrown manufacturers such as Lava International, Dixon Technologies and Tawian's Foxconn's Bharat FIH for locally assembling the devices, says a report by …

Apple’s ‘Dil Maange More’: Wants to increase global iPhone production in India to 18% by 2025
1 year, 6 months ago

Apple’s ‘Dil Maange More’: Wants to increase global iPhone production in India to 18% by 2025

Firstpost  

It seems that Apple wants to place some big bets on its Indian factories, and the local, Indian companies that it has partnered up with. The tech giant wants to increase India’s share in the global production of iPhones from 7% to 18% by 2025 Apple is really pushing to increase its organic presence in India. Apple recognises India’s emerging …

Is Tesla ditching China to set up vendor base in India?
1 year, 6 months ago

Is Tesla ditching China to set up vendor base in India?

Live Mint  

Tesla has reportedly shown interest in the proposal put forth by the Indian government to not only assemble its cars domestically but also establish a vendor base in the country. The government has suggested that the renowned electric vehicle manufacturer led by Elon Musk will initially focus on domestic vehicle assembly and subsequently proceed with the establishment of a vendor …

Apple likely to open 3 more exclusive stores in India: Check out locations, launch timeline, and other details
1 year, 6 months ago

Apple likely to open 3 more exclusive stores in India: Check out locations, launch timeline, and other details

India Today  

Apple is said to open 3 more exclusive offline stores in India. Apple said to open 3 more exclusive stores in India: List of locations, launch timeline The cited source claims that Apple will launch 3 more exclusive stores at different locations in India. The fourth Apple store in India is being proposed to open in 2026 and this one …

Apple Supplier Wistron Stops Making iPhones In India: Here's Why
1 year, 7 months ago

Apple Supplier Wistron Stops Making iPhones In India: Here's Why

News 18  

Apple is making a broad set of changes to its global production lines outside of China with India as one of its main focus markets. Recently it was confirmed that Tata Group is ready to enter the make in India iPhone arena by acquiring the plant from another iPhone vendor Wistron in India. The report also says Wistron has been …

Apple To Manufacture Only AirPods In India: Report
1 year, 7 months ago

Apple To Manufacture Only AirPods In India: Report

ABP News  

With Apple's biggest supplier and contract manufacturer Foxconn investing $500 million in a manufacturing facility in the Indian state of Telangana, the tech giant is likely to start making only AirPods here and may not manufacture iPads and Mac personal computers in the country, says a report by The Economic Times. Apple partner Foxconn's investment in Telangana is likely to …

iPhone made-in-India by Tata: Industry giant bags 5% of all 2023 global orders
1 year, 7 months ago

iPhone made-in-India by Tata: Industry giant bags 5% of all 2023 global orders

Firstpost  

The Tata Group will start making iPhones in India and will make at least 5 per cent of all iPhones sold globally in 2023. Tata to begin with at least 5 per cent of global orders According to TrendForce, it is common for new suppliers to initially receive smaller orders for entry-level models, following Apple’s established pattern. TrendForce estimates that …

India sees Apple almost tripling investment, exports in coming years
1 year, 8 months ago

India sees Apple almost tripling investment, exports in coming years

The Hindu  

U.S. tech giant Apple could double or triple investments in India, along with exports, over the next few years, a minister said, as the company opened a second store in the world's biggest smartphone market after China. Mr. Cook, who also met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said Apple was "committed to growing and investing across the country". "We've come here …

From iPhone 3G to first retail store: Apple’s 15-year journey in India
1 year, 8 months ago

From iPhone 3G to first retail store: Apple’s 15-year journey in India

Live Mint  

It took Apple Inc 15 years from when it first started selling its iPhone in India to having a company-run retail store in now the world's second biggest smartphone market, one where it has faced several business challenges. May 2016: Apple chief Tim Cook met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi for the first time as the company …

From 2008 to 2023: Apple's long road to first retail store in India
1 year, 8 months ago

From 2008 to 2023: Apple's long road to first retail store in India

Firstpost  

It took Apple Inc 15 years from when it first started selling its iPhone in India to having a company-run retail store in the world’s second biggest smartphone market New Delhi: It took Apple Inc 15 years from when it first started selling its iPhone in India to having a company-run retail store in now the world’s second biggest smartphone …

Apple makes strategic move in India, here are some challenges it faces
1 year, 8 months ago

Apple makes strategic move in India, here are some challenges it faces

Live Mint  

Apple Inc. opened its first flagship store in India in a much-anticipated launch Tuesday that highlights the company's growing aspirations to expand in the country it also hopes to turn into a potential manufacturing hub. About 600 million of India's 1.4 billion people have smartphones, “which means the market is still under-penetrated and the growth prospect is huge,” said Neil …

Apple continuously expanding business operations in India, says Piyush Goyal
1 year, 8 months ago

Apple continuously expanding business operations in India, says Piyush Goyal

The Hindu  

U.S.-based iPhone maker Apple is continuously expanding its operations in India and the government is in regular touch with the company to support its business, Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal has said. ‘Will protest interests of farmers, dairy sector in free trade agreement with EU’ India will completely protect the interests of farmers and dairy sector in the …

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