Apple has recently confirmed its plans to build iPhones in India. Aside from that, the tech giant has been reported that it has recalled its programs. Is the company is being beaten by China local phone brands?
Apple IT minister for the Indian state of Karnataka Priyank Kharge told Bloomberg News that Apple will begin building iPhones in India. That manufacturing of the device will start in Bangalore or known as Bengaluru by the end of April.
Kharge added that the tech giant company will be partnering with Taiwanese contract manufacturer Wistron for its Indian operations. He explained on his official Twitter account that the company's intention to start operation in Bengaluru is to "foster cutting-edge technology ecosystem & supply chain development in the state."
The iPhone is meant for the domestic market, according to the source. Apple has been reported have a hard time in negotiating with the Indian government on tax exemptions and other incentives. As of the moment, no official statement from Apple about this report.
Meanwhile, another report suggests that the company has recalled its programs. According to MacWorld UK, for those who own iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV or other Apple product, and find something wrong with their device(s), they may able to get a free repair from the company or even get a replacement or refund.
According to the source, Apple confirmed that there is a problem with one of its product lines. The company also announced that it will replace such products for free.
Apple has reigned the tech industry for some years. However, some reports suggest that the company might be lost as some Chinese local phone brands such as Oppo, Huawei, and Vivo are getting more sales in the market not only in China.
According to research firm IDC, the aforementioned devices held the top three slots in 2016. The firm predicts there is a big chance that any of the three devices will dominate the tech market in 2017.
Apple's intentions to make iPhones in Bengaluru will foster cutting-edge technology ecosystem & supply chain development in the state.
— Priyank Kharge (@PriyankKharge) February 2, 2017
