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Apple Shifts US iPhone Production to India

CosmicTaco · 2025-05-05T11:57:33.521594+05:30

- Apple CEO Tim Cook announced majority US iPhone production will shift to India amid US-China trade tensions. - The move comes as part of Apple's strategy to reduce dependency on China and leverage India's growing manufacturing capabilities. - Despite no specific sales figures, Apple achieved significant quarterly records in India, highlighting the market's importance. - Apple's manufacturing shift also includes moving iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and AirPods production to Vietnam for US sales. - Apple plans to open new retail stores in India, reinforcing its commitment to the Indian market. Source: [Inc42](https://inc42.com/buzz/majority-of-iphones-sold-in-the-us-to-be-made-in-india-tim-cook/)

Apple CEO Tim Cook announced majority US iPhone production will shift to India amid US-China trade tensions.
The move comes as part of Apple's strategy to reduce dependency on China and leverage India's growing manufacturing capabilities.
Despite no specific sales figures, Apple achieved significant quarterly records in India, highlighting the market's importance.
Apple's manufacturing shift also includes moving iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and AirPods production to Vietnam for US sales.
Apple plans to open new retail stores in India, reinforcing its commitment to the Indian market.

Source: Inc42