Caption – (Photo by Alexander Schimmeck on Unsplash)
Apple is reportedly in early-stage discussions with Indian semiconductor firms to assemble and package certain iPhone components in the country. According to a report by The Economic Times on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter, this marks the first time Apple has considered chip assembly and packaging operations in India.
The report notes that while it is not yet clear which specific chips could be handled locally, display-related chips are the most likely candidates.
Apple has held talks with Murugappa Group-owned CG Semi, which is currently setting up an outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat.
Responding to the report, CG Semi told The Economic Times that it does not comment on market speculation or discussions involving specific customers. “We will make appropriate disclosures as and when there is something concrete to share,” the company was quoted as saying.
The Economic Times reports highlights Apple sources its iPhone OLED panels from Samsung Display, LG Display, and BOE. Meanwhile, display driver integrated circuits (DDICs) are supplied by companies such as Samsung, Novatek, Himax, and LX Semicon, “which primarily depend on South Korean, Taiwanese or China-based units for getting chips manufactured and packaged.”
If the discussions lead to a formal agreement, it would further strengthen Apple’s growing manufacturing footprint in India. The country has increasingly become central to Apple’s strategy as it diversifies production away from China, with India already serving as a key assembly hub for iPhones.
The development also comes during a busy period for India’s semiconductor sector. Earlier this week, Intel announced a partnership with Tata Electronics, highlighting rising momentum in domestic chip manufacturing and packaging initiatives.
CG Semi’s planned ₹7,600 crore OSAT facility has backing from both central and state governments under the India Semiconductor Mission. The initiative aims to position India as a global hub for semiconductor and display manufacturing.
Apple has previously stated its intention to manufacture most iPhones sold in the United States at Indian facilities by the end of 2026. The company has accelerated these plans to mitigate risks linked to potential tariff increases in China, its primary manufacturing base. Reuters reported in April that the US administration imposed 26% import duties on goods from India, significantly lower than the more than 100% tariffs applied to Chinese imports at the time. While Washington has since paused most of these duties for three months, the higher tariffs on China remain in place.
Answer. Apple is in early talks with Indian semiconductor firms to assemble and package iPhone components, marking its first such initiative in the country.
Answer. While specifics aren’t confirmed, display-related chips such as display driver ICs are the most likely candidates.
Answer. The move would strengthen Apple’s manufacturing footprint in India, diversify production away from China, and align with India’s government-backed semiconductor mission amid global tariff pressures.
Highlights OnePlus 15T launched in China starting at CNY 4,299 (₹58,000) for 12GB+256GB. Key Features…
Highlights Redmi Note 15 SE 5G will debut in India on April 2, 2026 with…
Highlights Realme increased smartphone prices in India starting March 24, 2026, citing rising costs. Updated…
Highlights Vivo will unveil the X300 Ultra and X300s in China on March 30, expanding…
Highlights Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max Wind Edition was introduced in China at CNY 8,499…
Highlights Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro leaked renders show a rear camera bar and…
This website uses cookies.