Apple plans to produce the entire iPhone 17 series within India for the initial release, according to recent reports.

Apple Shifts iPhone Production to India with the Launch of the iPhone 17 Series

Apple is making a significant move in its global strategy by producing the iPhone 17 series in India, marking a continued expansion of its manufacturing presence in the country.

The key sites for the production of the iPhone 17 series include Tata Group's facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, and Foxconn's hub near Bangalore airport. Besides Tata Group, Foxconn is also involved in producing various iPhone 17 series models in India, with newly opened factories near Bengaluru (Karnataka).

This shift in production is aimed at reducing Apple's reliance on China for US-bound devices. By producing more in India, Apple hopes to avoid the impact of tariffs on Chinese goods.

Apple first began assembling iPhones in India in 2017 and has since expanded its production, helped by government incentives. The company is currently operating across five factories in India, including two recently opened plants.

Tata, Apple's leading local partner, is expected to handle nearly half of India's iPhone production over the next two years. The iPhone 17 series, which includes all models, including Pro variants, is being produced in India for the first time.

Plans for the production of the iPhone 18 in India are already being discussed, suggesting a long-term commitment by Apple to India as a key manufacturing hub. Apple is also preparing to make a new iPhone 17e in India, expected to launch early next year as the successor to the iPhone 16e.

It's worth noting that the article does not mention any specific government incentives for the production of the iPhone 17e or iPhone 18 in India, nor does it provide details on where the iPhone 17e and iPhone 18 would be primarily produced.

In other tech news, the article also mentions a price drop on the Oppo Find X8 Pro on Amazon, but this information is not directly related to the main topic.

The launch of the iPhone 17 series in India is a significant step for Apple, further cementing its commitment to the Indian market and diversifying its global manufacturing strategy.