Apple will manufacture all the iPhone 17 units from India even after high tariffs from the US. It shows that Apple chooses business continuity over political nuisance.

This would be Apple's third own retail store in India — after Mumbai and Delhi. According to the company, "the barricade for Apple Hebbal was revealed this morning. Adorned with rich, vibrant feathers inspired by the Peacock - India's national bird and a symbol of pride - the artwork celebrates Apple's third store in India".

Apple is taking its biggest step yet in India! The tech giant has commissioned full-scale production of the iPhone 17 series across five factories in India, including Tata's Hosur facility and Foxconn near Bengaluru.

New Delhi: iPhone maker Apple on Thursday announced that it will open its newest Indian retail store, Apple Hebbal, on 2 September. Located at Bengaluru’s Phoenix Mall of Asia, the store will welcome customers with Apple’s full range of products and services.

According to media reports, the iPhone 18 series could feature four models, including the iPhone 18 Air, iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and a foldable iPhone.

After years of relying on China for iPhone production, Apple is boosting its presence in India. The tech giant hit a milestone ahead of the iPhone 17 launch.

Despite Donald Trump’s warning over Russian oil India still buys it from the latter, similarly one big decision is taken by Iphone maker Apple linked to India.

Apple Inc’s latest super-premium model, the iPhone 16, was the most exported smartphone from India, accounting for 18 per cent of total export volumes in the first half (H1) of calendar year (CY) 2025, according to Counterpoint Research.