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Apple to begin assembling iPhone 16 Pro models in India

By ramping up production in India, Apple aims to enhance its supply chain resilience

and tap into the growing market potential within the country

OUR BUREAU per cent by next year, reflecting the increasing im-
portance of the Indian market in Apple’s global
Mumbai
supply chain.
n a landmark development for its manufacturing The decision to include the iPhone 16 Pro series
strategy, Apple will begin assembling its iPhone in India’s production lineup is expected to bolster
I16 Pro models in India, marking the first time these numbers further.
the tech giant will produce its Pro series iPhones Additionally, according to GSM Arena, there
outside China. are reports that Apple plans to start production of
This move represents a significant shift in Ap- the iPhone 17 exclusively in India, signalling a con-
ple’s global production strategy and is poised to ex- tinued commitment to increasing its manufacturing
pand the company’s footprint in the Indian market, presence in the region.
according to GSM Arena. This strategic move aligns with broader industry
According to a recent report obtained by trends and geopolitical shifts, as companies seek to
GSM Arena, Foxconn India is scheduled to com- mitigate risks associated with over-reliance on any
mence production of the iPhone 16 Pro and iP- single country for manufacturing.
hone 16 Pro Max at its Indian facilities shortly By ramping up production in India, Apple aims
after their global launch. to enhance its supply chain resilience and tap into
This expansion underscores Apple’s ongoing the growing market potential within the country.
efforts to diversify its manufacturing operations be- For the past seven years, Apple has been assembling various The expansion of iPhone production in India is
yond its traditional base in China. models of its iPhone lineup in India (Agency photo) expected to not only benefit Apple but also provide
For the past seven years, Apple has been assem- a boost to the local economy through job creation
bling various models of its iPhone lineup in India. proximately 14 per cent of Apple’s total iPhone and increased technological investments.
As of earlier this year, India accounted for ap- production. This figure is anticipated to rise to 25 (With agency reports)

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