iphone17 series set for Indian production debut, as per news reports
In a strategic move to avoid potential tariffs on Chinese goods, Apple is planning to significantly increase its iPhone production in India. The tech giant has been expanding its operations in the country over the past few years, now operating across five factories, including two recently opened plants.
According to reports, discussions for the production of the upcoming iPhone 18 are already underway, while the iPhone 17 series is set to be manufactured in India for the first time. Besides Tata Group and Foxconn, the leading local partner and key manufacturer respectively, no specific companies have been named for the production of the iPhone 17 series and subsequent models in India.
The iPhone 17 series launch event is yet to be announced, but a related article suggests it may take place this week. Apart from this, the article does not provide specific details about the release date of the iPhone 17 series or the iPhone 18.
Tata Group is expected to handle nearly half of India's iPhone production over the next two years. Foxconn's subsidiary Yuzhan Technology operates factories in Tamil Nadu, and Apple is expanding multiple manufacturing sites in India as part of its 'China+1' strategy.
Apple first began assembling iPhones in India in 2017 and has since expanded its operations. The company's decision to produce more iPhones in India is boosted by government incentives.
One of the key sites for iPhone production in India is Tata Group's facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, while Foxconn's hub is located near Bangalore airport. This shift in Apple's global strategy marks a significant reduction in the company's reliance on China for US-bound devices.
The iPhone 17e, expected to launch early next year, will reportedly succeed the iPhone 16e. However, the article does not provide any information about the features or price of the iPhone 17e. Similarly, there are no details about any changes in the price of the iPhone 17 series due to its production in India.
The expansion of Apple's iPhone production in India is a testament to the country's growing importance in the global tech industry. As Apple continues to invest in India, we can expect to see more exciting developments from the tech giant in the future.
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