Indonesia & Apple Have Reportedly Struck A Deal To Lift iPhone 16 Ban
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Indonesia & Apple Have Reportedly Struck A Deal To Lift iPhone 16 Ban

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Indonesia and Apple have reached an agreement to lift the country's ban on iPhone 16 sales, ending a five-month standoff. The Standoff And The Resolution The dispute began in October when Indonesia blocked iPhone 16 sales, citing Apple's failure to meet local manufacturing requirements. Apple’s Investment Plan Beyond the R&D commitment, Apple’s $1 billion package includes: A new plant on Batam island to produce AirTags, operated by key supplier Luxshare Precision Industry Co. Last week, Indonesia’s Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita revealed that Apple had also settled a $10 million debt for non-compliance with local rules between 2020 and 2023.

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Indonesia approves a dozen Apple products, raising hope for lifting ban on iPhone sales
2 weeks ago

Indonesia approves a dozen Apple products, raising hope for lifting ban on iPhone sales

Firstpost  

Last month, the tech giant signed an investment deal with Indonesia, ending months of deadlock over Apple’s failure to meet regulations requiring phones to be built with at least 40 per cent of components made locally Indonesia’s industry ministry said on Friday that it has approved local certificates to start selling Apple products in the country, moving one step closer …

Indonesia to finally lift iPhone 16 ban after 5 months, despite no formal manufacturing plan from Apple
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Indonesia to finally lift iPhone 16 ban after 5 months, despite no formal manufacturing plan from Apple

Firstpost  

According to reports, Indonesia’s Ministry for Industry is set to grant Apple the necessary permits to sell the iPhone 16 series, thus lifting the ban, once Apple signs an MoU with Indonesia regarding its $1 billion dollar investments For Apple, this agreement means the iPhone 16 can finally be sold in Indonesia without significant changes to its production strategy. Meanwhile, …

Indonesia to soon lift iPhone 16 ban: Here is why the Apple iPhone was banned in the country
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Indonesia to soon lift iPhone 16 ban: Here is why the Apple iPhone was banned in the country

India Today  

After banning the iPhone 16 for 5 months, Apple and Indonesia have finally arrived at a middle point and will soon begin sales in the country. Last year, Indonesia banned sales of the iPhone 16 because it said Apple had not met the required level of locally made parts for the phones to be sold domestically. He also confirmed that …

Indonesia, Apple Said to Agree on Terms to Lift iPhone 16 Ban
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Indonesia, Apple Said to Agree on Terms to Lift iPhone 16 Ban

Deccan Chronicle  

Indonesia and Apple have agreed on terms to lift the country’s ban on iPhone 16s, said people familiar with the matter, paving the way to end a five-month tug-of-war that forced the US tech giant to raise its promised investment in the country to $1 billion. On top of the $1 billion investment, Apple will commit to training locals in …

Apple considering to start manufacturing iPhones in Indonesia to reverse iPhone ban
1 month, 1 week ago

Apple considering to start manufacturing iPhones in Indonesia to reverse iPhone ban

Firstpost  

Indonesia had previously allowed Apple to bypass strict import rules, provided the company committed to investing in the country. However, after falling short of that commitment, Apple found itself in hot water Setting up iPhone manufacturing in Indonesia won’t be quick or cheap. Meeting the 35-40 per cent local content requirement means building new supply chains and production facilities, which …

Indonesia keeps iPhone 16 ban despite $1.6 billion Apple offer to build AirTag factory
2 months, 1 week ago

Indonesia keeps iPhone 16 ban despite $1.6 billion Apple offer to build AirTag factory

ABC  

Authorities in Indonesia say a $US1 billion pledge by US tech giant Apple to build an AirTag factory in the country is not enough for them to lift a ban on sales of the company's latest smartphone. An earlier offer to invest $US100 million in Indonesia via a proposed accessory and component plant was rebuffed by the country's Ministry of …

iPhone 16 Remains Banned in Indonesia Despite Apple’s $1 Billion Investment Plan
2 months, 1 week ago

iPhone 16 Remains Banned in Indonesia Despite Apple’s $1 Billion Investment Plan

Deccan Chronicle  

Apple’s iPhone 16 remains banned in Indonesia despite the tech giant’s offer to invest $1 billion in the country, that includes an AirTag factory. Indonesia Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita said that Apple needs to manufacture part of its smartphones or components in the country, while AirTag, which it had proposed to manufacture, is only an accessory. “As of this …

Apple still barred from selling iPhone 16 in Indonesia despite investment deal, minister says
2 months, 1 week ago

Apple still barred from selling iPhone 16 in Indonesia despite investment deal, minister says

The Hindu  

Apple still cannot sell its iPhone 16 in Indonesia despite striking a deal to build a local production facility there, as it has not met domestic content rules, the industry minister said on Wednesday. Last year, Indonesia banned iPhone 16 sales after Apple failed to meet requirements that smartphones sold domestically should comprise at least 35% locally-made parts. Minister Agus …

Apple's $1 billion investment not enough to lift iPhone 16 ban, says Indonesia
2 months, 1 week ago

Apple's $1 billion investment not enough to lift iPhone 16 ban, says Indonesia

Firstpost  

While Apple’s commitment to building a new facility might seem like a major move, Indonesia insists the investment doesn’t meet its stringent local content requirements Apple now finds itself at a crossroads in Indonesia. While Apple’s commitment to building a new facility might seem like a major move, Indonesia insists the investment doesn’t meet its stringent local content requirements. This …

Indonesia to meet Apple on investment proposal, official says
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Indonesia to meet Apple on investment proposal, official says

The Hindu  

Indonesia's industry ministry will meet representatives from Apple on Tuesday to discuss its investment in the country, a prerequisite for the tech giant to sell its latest iPhone 16 locally, a ministry official said. Indonesia last year banned sales of Apple's iPhone 16 after it failed to meet requirements that smartphones sold domestically should comprise at least 40% locally-made parts. …

Indonesia’s Apple and Google bans frustrate country’s tech fans
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Indonesia’s Apple and Google bans frustrate country’s tech fans

Al Jazeera  

Jakarta has banned sales of the iPhone16 and Google Pixel under regulations that require phones to use local components. “It would be better if the iPhone 16 could be sold in Indonesia because there are quite a lot of enthusiasts here.” Khairul Mahalli, the head of the Chamber of Commerce in North Sumatra, said that while Indonesia’s TKDN policy is …

Apple’s $1 Billion Investment May Be Fleeting Win for Indonesia
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Apple’s $1 Billion Investment May Be Fleeting Win for Indonesia

Live Mint  

-- Indonesia claimed victory after Apple Inc. offered to increase its investment in the country to $1 billion to get President Prabowo Subianto’s government to lift a ban on the sale of iPhone 16s. “It can be a dangerous game to play.” Indonesia brandished what are known as domestic content requirements to push Apple to raise its investment bid from …

Apple likely to invest over $1 billion for 2 factories in Indonesia to lift iPhone 16 ban
3 months ago

Apple likely to invest over $1 billion for 2 factories in Indonesia to lift iPhone 16 ban

Firstpost  

Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto has greenlit the plan, with the expectation of further investment from Apple in the future. The first factory is set to be located on Batam Island, with the second factory, planned for Bandung Apple’s relationship with Indonesia has been marked by a series of setbacks. The negotiations gained momentum following Apple CEO Tim Cook’s visit to …

Apple Moves Closer to Lifting iPhone 16 Ban in Indonesia
3 months ago

Apple Moves Closer to Lifting iPhone 16 Ban in Indonesia

Deccan Chronicle  

Apple is reportedly close to lifting the ban on iPhone 16 sales in Indonesia as the country's President gave nod to accept $1 billion investment from the tech giant. However, the Indonesian government has not yet given a timeline to Apple on when the ban on iPhone 16 sales will be lifted. The Indonesian government said the reason for the …

Apple plans $1 billion manufacturing plant investment in Indonesia, minister says
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple plans $1 billion manufacturing plant investment in Indonesia, minister says

The Hindu  

Tech giant Apple plans to invest $1 billion in a manufacturing plant in Indonesia that produces components for smartphones and other products, Indonesia's investment minister said on Thursday. In October, Indonesia banned sales of the iPhone 16 because it said Apple had not adhered to rules that require phones sold domestically to have at least 40% locally made parts. Investment …

Apple allegedly agreed to invest $1 billion to reverse iPhone 16 ban, claims investment minister
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple allegedly agreed to invest $1 billion to reverse iPhone 16 ban, claims investment minister

Firstpost  

If Apple’s alleged $1 billion investment is confirmed, it could set a new precedent for how the company navigates localisation demands in emerging markets. Indonesia’s policy has already prompted similar moves from other global tech firms Apple has reportedly agreed to invest $1 billion in Indonesia to lift the ban on iPhone 16 sales, according to the country’s investment minister, …

Apple iPhone 16 sale ban: Indonesia expects $1 billion investment commitment from Apple in a week
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Apple iPhone 16 sale ban: Indonesia expects $1 billion investment commitment from Apple in a week

The Hindu  

Indonesia is expecting to get a $1 billion investment commitment from tech firm Apple Inc in a week, its investment minister said on Tuesday, after the government banned iPhone 16 sales for failing to meet local content rules. Investment Minister Rosan Roeslani told lawmakers in a hearing that Indonesia expects more investment if Apple decides to make the country part …

Indonesia says Apple's $100 million investment proposal inadequate
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Indonesia says Apple's $100 million investment proposal inadequate

The Hindu  

Indonesia said a $100 million investment proposal from Apple to build an accessory and component plant was not enough for the country to allow the tech giant to sell its latest iPhone model, its industry ministry said on Monday. Indonesia in November banned sales of Apple's iPhone 16 after it failed to meet requirements that smartphones sold domestically should comprise …

Indonesia Rejects Apple's $100 Million Investment Offer To Undo iPhone 16 Ban
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Indonesia Rejects Apple's $100 Million Investment Offer To Undo iPhone 16 Ban

Deccan Chronicle  

Jakarta: Indonesia has rejected an Apple $100 million investment proposal aimed at lifting a ban on iPhone 16 sales, saying it lacks the "fairness" required by the government. Indonesia last month prohibited the marketing and sale of the iPhone 16 model over Apple's failure to meet local investment regulations requiring that 40 percent of phones be made from local parts …

Apple offers to invest 100 million dollar in Indonesia to lift iPhone 16 ban
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Apple offers to invest 100 million dollar in Indonesia to lift iPhone 16 ban

India Today  

Apple is making a big move to bring back its iPhone 16 to Indonesia. The tech giant has offered the country a $100 million investment to end a ban on its latest products, including the Apple Watch Series 10. The ban was put in place because Apple didn’t meet a government rule that requires at least 40% of the components …

Apple Offers $100 Million to Lift iPhone 16 Ban in Indonesia: Report
4 months ago

Apple Offers $100 Million to Lift iPhone 16 Ban in Indonesia: Report

Deccan Chronicle  

Apple has increased its investment offer in Indonesia by ten times in order to lift the ban on iPhone 16 in the country. The factory would make accessories and components for Apple gadgets.Apple has submitted its increased offer but Indonesia’s Ministry of Industry, which banned the sale and usage of the latest iPhone 16 series lineup, has demanded Apple “to …

Apple to increase investment in Indonesia by 10X to reverse iPhone ban, invest over $100 million
4 months ago

Apple to increase investment in Indonesia by 10X to reverse iPhone ban, invest over $100 million

Firstpost  

Apple has reportedly proposed a $100 million investment spread over two years. However, Indonesia’s Ministry of Industry remains undecided, apparently pushing Apple to focus this funding on research and development rather than existing manufacturing efforts Currently, Apple does not operate standalone factories in Indonesia, relying instead on partnerships with local suppliers for its manufacturing needs. Image Credit: Reuters After getting …

China's ban on iPhone may push Apple and Qualcomm towards settlement
6 years, 3 months ago

China's ban on iPhone may push Apple and Qualcomm towards settlement

India TV News  

Qualcomm has scored a win in its legal battle over Apple, as the Chinese court issued a preliminary order of banning the sale and imports of select iPhones in China. Also, read: Google CEO Sundar Pichai gets house grilled on the breach, China censorship Looking at the market share, Apple lost 2 per cent on Monday, which later went on …

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