Two different folding iPhone prototypes allegedly pass first quality checks

A new report claims that Foxconn's foldable iPhone testing consisted of two entirely separate designs, and that both have passed the assembler's quality control checking.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 34

Original iPhone production line from 2007 shown off in old photos

Images dating back to 2007 have surfaced showing the production lines for Apple's first model of iPhone offer a hint of what it was like to assemble the first-ever version of the groundbreaking smartphone.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 0

March 2020 in review: Apple Stores close, but MacBook Air & iPad Pro launch anyway

Maybe 2019 was practice for Apple, as it was now used to releasing new products via a press release. That's what it had to do in March 2020 as the whole world self-isolated, and Apple Stores closed their doors.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 3

Apple asks Foxconn to move iPad, MacBook production from China to Vietnam

Apple is reportedly working to diversify its iPad and MacBook production to avoid potential trade dispute problems between China and the US.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 146

Foxconn to produce Google server components at troubled Wisconsin plant

Foxconn has landed a contract to produce key server components for Google at its beleaguered Wisconsin plant, according to a new report.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 8

Foxconn allegedly testing folding iPhone, projected Sept. 2022 release

Supply chain reports are claiming that the long-term assembly partner Foxconn is now testing a folding iPhone for Apple, and also that devices may ship starting in September 2022.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 28

Foxconn expecting strong earnings because of iPhone 12, will continue US investments

Main iPhone supplier Foxconn says that it will continue to invest in the United States as it sees continued demand for the iPhone 12 in the holiday quarter.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 4

Razor-thin margins have strained Foxconn's relationship with Apple

In the midst of a changing relationship with Apple, Foxconn has sometimes resorted to methods like exaggerating hiring counts to cut costs and boost margins.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 26

Apple cable supplier Foxlink to increase production at new plant in India

Apple supplier Foxlink will begin ramping up cable production later in 2020 from a new plant in India, as manufacturers hurry to set up a supply chain outside China.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 0

State report says Foxconn's Wisconsin plant 'more of a showcase' than a factory

A Wisconsin state report on Foxconn's troubled factory concluded that the project shows no sign of actual LCD manufacturing, and likely never will.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 23

Foxconn hiring workers 'in droves' for iPhone 12 manufacturing & assembly

Ahead of the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro launch, Apple supply chain partner Foxconn is on a hiring spree to find staff for its largest smartphone factory.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 3

Foxconn's bid for tax subsidies rejected by Wisconsin officials

Wisconsin state officials have reportedly rejected Foxconn's application for tax subsidies because the company's plans for a factory in the state were smaller than initially proposed.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 12

India approves local smartphone production incentives for Apple suppliers

The Indian government on Tuesday said it was going to approve incentives to 16 companies, including a trio of top Apple suppliers, under a new plan to boost domestic smartphone production.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 0

Foxconn amping up 'iPhone 12' production with holiday cancellations, 24-hour production

Apple assembly partner Foxconn is pushing its "iPhone 12" production lines hard, with staff at the largest iPhone factory in China enduring mandatory overtime and canceled holidays to keep production running around the clock.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 3

Key Apple supply partners plan to invest $900 million in Indian manufacturing

A trio of Apple's most prominent supply chain partners reportedly plan to invest $900 million in India to leverage local production incentives and increase the production of iPhones in the country.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 1

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