Apple has committed to invest $500 million to produce and recycle rare earth magnets used in its products in the United States beginning in 2027.
Apple says it will be buying American-made rare earth magnets instead
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Foldable iPhone may use Samsung’s crease-proof screen instead of Apple’s custom design
Apple has been predicted to turn to Samsung for crease-proof screens for the first foldable iPhone instead of its custom but-not-quite-ready-yet solution.
Apple starts testing foldable iPhone prototypes ahead of launch in 2026
A foldable iPhone has reportedly entered prototype testing, with Apple planning to launch it alongside the iPhone 18 lineup in the fall of 2026.
Apple may prefer 25% tariff over relocating iPhone production to the US
Apple could be hit with a 25 percent tariff unless it relents and decides to manufacture the iPhone in the United States, which analysts don't think is feasible.
“Apple in China” explains why a US-made iPhone is an embarrassingly naive strategy
The new “Apple in China” book dives deep into Apple's vast supply chain network in China, arguing that a US-made iPhone is a naive strategy.
Apple supplier warns US consumers will soon face “empty shelves” due to the tariffs
iPhone shoppers in the United States could face “empty shelves” within two months because of the tariffs, a key Apple supplier has warned.
Rumor: Apple Vision Pro 2 has entered mass production in time for 2025 launch
The second-generation Apple Vision Pro headset is allegedly in mass production ahead of its rumored release sometime later in 2025.
Apple’s $500 billion US spend includes a new Apple Intelligence server factory
Apple will invest more thna $500 billion in new factories, AI, silicon engineering, etc., in the United States, including a new server manufacturing facility in Houston.
How to know when your iPhone or iPad was manufactured
Learn about a couple of easy ways to check the manufacture date of an iPhone or iPad so you can know more about the device or better assess its value when reselling or buying it.
Apple reportedly delays a cheaper Vision Pro, may use mini-LED displays instead
Apple has reportedly delayed a cheaper Vision Pro headset as its suppliers are struggling with the complex design of the current $3500 AR/VR headset.
Inside the Apple Watch’s seamless band release mechanism
Apple Watch has popularized swapping straps thanks to its seamless band release mechanism that's much more complex to manufacture than you can ever imagine.
Apple acknowledges longer wait times for the iPhone 14 Pros
Apple says COVID-19 cases impacted manufacturing facilities, resulting in longer wait times for its iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max handsets.