In a strategic move to diversify its manufacturing base and decrease reliance on China, Apple is said to have taken steps to prioritize the production of iPhone 16 batteries in India. The tech giant has reportedly urged its suppliers to either establish new manufacturing facilities in the country or ramp up existing production capabilities. Notably, a Japanese supplier has already taken the initiative by setting up a sprawling 180-acre facility in the state of Haryana. This development signals Apple’s commitment to expanding its manufacturing footprint in India and underscores the company’s efforts to navigate global supply chain dynamics.
Apple informs current component suppliers to source batteries for the forthcoming iPhone 16 from Indian factories, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday.
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In a bid to enhance business diversification, Apple is reportedly planning to shift a significant portion of iPhone 16 battery manufacturing operations from China to India, according to The Financial Times. The tech giant has communicated this strategic shift to key component manufacturers, such as Desay from China, urging them to establish manufacturing units in India.
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Additionally, Apple has directed Simplo Technology of Taiwan to scale up production at its existing facility in Chennai, further reinforcing the company’s commitment to expanding its manufacturing presence in the Indian market.
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Deputy Minister for Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar recently shared noteworthy information on social media platform X regarding Japanese battery cell maker TDK’s significant investment in India. The company is set to establish a substantial 180-crore facility in Manesar, Haryana, signaling a significant commitment to the Indian market. The batteries produced at this facility are slated for integration into locally manufactured iPhones, contributing to the “Made in India” initiative for Apple’s iconic smartphones.
Apple wants batteries for iPhone 16 to be made in India in an effort to diversify from China –
TDK, a Japanese supplier for Apple is setting up a 180-acre facility in Manesar to build battery cells that would be used in Indian-made iPhones@TheLastRefuge2https://t.co/qpqiMihXd1— Ben Tallmadge (@BenTallmadge01) December 6, 2023
He emphasized that a significant factor contributing to this is the Production Linked Scheme introduced by Prime Minister Modi, which encourages foreign players to manufacture their products in India.
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