Apple is reorganising the management of its international businesses to give more focus on India, which has become an important market for the company. This marks the first time that India will be its own sales region at Apple, highlighting the nation's growing significance.

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Apple has been trying to move away from its hub - China, it has moved some of its major manufacturing work to India with hopes of accounting for its 25% produce from current 5%.

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As Covid lockdowns and increasing geopolitical tension have strained the crucial supply chains of Apple in China and the company is now focusing on securing the supply chain, India is emerging as a potential alternative to the second largest economy of the world.

Last month, India's Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal had said that the company is planning to increase its production in the country to a quarter of its total manufacture.

Goyal said that Apple is already manufacturing 5 per cent to 7 per cent of its products in India. “If I am not mistaken, they are targeting to go up to 25 per cent&nbsp;of their manufacturing,” he stated while speaking at an event.

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The comments were made by the minister at a time when Apple's top supplier, Foxconn (HNHPF), is planning the expansion of its operations in India after it suffered severe disruption in supply from China.

Apple has depended on its vast manufacturing network in China for years to produce iPhones, iPads and other products on a mass scale.

However, its dependence on China was tested last year after the zero-Covid policy in Beijing dramatically hit the supplies.

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Since last year, Apple has increased its efforts to push its investments in India. Market research firm Counterpoint's research director Tarun Pathak said, “Theoretically, it can be done, but it won’t be happening overnight.”

“(Apple’s) dependency on China is a result of almost two and a half decades of what China put in to develop their entire electronics manufacturing ecosystem,” said Pathak, adding that currently, the company is manufacturing 95 per cent of its phones in China.

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As Covid lockdowns and increasing geopolitical tension have strained the crucial supply chains of Apple in China and the company is now focusing on securing the supply chain, India is emerging as a potential alternative to the second largest economy of the world.

As Covid lockdowns and increasing geopolitical tension have strained the crucial supply chains of Apple in China and the company is now focusing on securing the supply chain, India is emerging as a potential alternative to the second largest economy of the world. Last month, India's Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal had said that the company is planning to increase its production in the country to a quarter of its total manufacture. Goyal said that Apple is already manufacturing 5 per cent to 7 per cent of its products in India. “If I am not mistaken, they are targeting to go up to 25 per cent of their manufacturing,” he stated while speaking at an event. ALSO READ | Apple to bring Chinese suppliers to boost production in India The comments were made by the minister at a time when Apple's top supplier, Foxconn (HNHPF), is planning the expansion of its operations in India after it suffered severe disruption in supply from China. Apple has depended on its vast manufacturing network in China for years to produce iPhones, iPads and other products on a mass scale. However, its dependence on China was tested last year after the zero-Covid policy in Beijing dramatically hit the supplies. WATCH | WION Fineprint | Amazon replaces Apple as world's highest valued firm Since last year, Apple has increased its efforts to push its investments in India. Market research firm Counterpoint's research director Tarun Pathak said, “Theoretically, it can be done, but it won’t be happening overnight.” “(Apple’s) dependency on China is a result of almost two and a half decades of what China put in to develop their entire electronics manufacturing ecosystem,” said Pathak, adding that currently, the company is manufacturing 95 per cent of its phones in China. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Apple is planning to shift its production sites outside of China. According to India's Trade Minister Piyush Goel, Apple which currently makes up to 5% of its global iPhone supplies in India, is targeting to increase it to about 25%.

Apple targets raising India production share from 5% to 25%, looks beyond China for supply chains

The Tata Group soon might start manufacturing iPhones in India as it's all set to acquire a major producing plant in Karnataka -- Wistron's iPhone factory. The group has been in talks with this Taiwanese company for months now. The deal will be finalised by the end of March this year,&nbsp;a person familiar with the matter told Bloomberg.

The source also claimed that both companies have been discussing the deal for a long and have decided that&nbsp;Tata Group should take a&nbsp;majority of the joint venture. Though, the official statements have not yet been made. The deal is expected to be completed by March.

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If the Tata Group is able to acquire the factory, then it will be India's first home-grown iPhone manufacturer, which is likely to give a boost to the government's aim of making India an electronic manufacturing hub. According to India Today, some iPhones are assembled in India but are not manufactured.&nbsp;

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In an interview with Bloomberg, N Ganapathy Subramaniam, the operating chief at Tata Consultancy Services said, "I am not directly involved in that, but it should be really good for India because this is going to create an opportunity in India to manufacture electronics and microelectronics."

If iPhone production begins&nbsp;in India, then it&nbsp;might be possible that the devices will be available to users&nbsp;at cheaper rates than they usually are.&nbsp;

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The Tata Group soon might start manufacturing iPhones in India as it's all set to acquire a major producing plant in Karnataka -- Wistron's iPhone factory. The group has been in talks with this Taiwanese company for months now.

The Tata Group soon might start manufacturing iPhones in India as it's all set to acquire a major producing plant in Karnataka -- Wistron's iPhone factory. The group has been in talks with this Taiwanese company for months now. The deal will be finalised by the end of March this year, a person familiar with the matter told Bloomberg. The source also claimed that both companies have been discussing the deal for a long and have decided that Tata Group should take a majority of the joint venture. Though, the official statements have not yet been made. The deal is expected to be completed by March. Watch | Apple's iPhone exports from India surpass $2.5 billion If the Tata Group is able to acquire the factory, then it will be India's first home-grown iPhone manufacturer, which is likely to give a boost to the government's aim of making India an electronic manufacturing hub. According to India Today, some iPhones are assembled in India but are not manufactured. Also read | Apple to sign Luxshare for iPhone production in China, says report; hikes battery replacement price by $20 In an interview with Bloomberg, N Ganapathy Subramaniam, the operating chief at Tata Consultancy Services said, "I am not directly involved in that, but it should be really good for India because this is going to create an opportunity in India to manufacture electronics and microelectronics." If iPhone production begins in India, then it might be possible that the devices will be available to users at cheaper rates than they usually are. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Registering acceleration and shift from China's geopolitical tensions on the rise; India has exported more than $2.5 billion worth of iPhones from the country in the period from April to December last year. This is twice the previous fiscal year's total.

Apple's iPhone exports from India surpass $2.5 billion

Apple Inc is set to sign up Chinese contract manufacturer Luxshare Precision Industry Co Ltd to produce premium iPhone models.

World Business Watch: Apple to sign deal with Luxshare for iPhone production in China

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The Paris Commercial Court fined iPhone maker Apple just over $1.06 million for imposing abusive commercial clauses on French app developers for access to the company's App Store.

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For all the bravehearts who are willing to repair their own Mac or iPhone, Apple is now willing to provide its Self Service Repair tools in the UK and a few parts of Europe.

The self-repair programme of the tech company is now&nbsp;getting expanded to Spain, France, Italy, Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Poland and the UK, making it accessible for customers to buy genuine repair kits and parts of certain Macs and iPhones launched from 2020 onwards.

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The service which was launched last year in the US will provide detailed instruction manuals along with parts for different kinds of common repairs, which will include repairing cracked screens.

Although the customers are free to use the implements of their choice, Apple is making available the same tools which are used by the in-house technicians of the company either on a seven-day loan costing £54.90 or for purchase.

While the DIY service can be accessed by anyone, only bravehearts can take up the task of performing surgery on a computer or a smartphone, which would require dealing with tiny screws.

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It is most likely that a vast majority of users would opt for engaging a professional for any repair work. Apple stated that they have more than 5,000 authorised repair shops spread across the world which have access to original products.

As the data collected by CCS Insight indicate that the average consumer keeps their smartphone for 4.2 years, the provision of cost-effective repair options is important.

While the move will be appreciated by those supporting the right to repair, recently Apple faced criticism from specialists iFixit for putting a digital lockdown on the use of unauthorised and recycled parts for the repair of the device.&nbsp;

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For all the bravehearts who are willing to repair their own Mac or iPhone, Apple is now willing to provide its Self Service Repair tools in the UK and a few parts of Europe.

For all the bravehearts who are willing to repair their own Mac or iPhone, Apple is now willing to provide its Self Service Repair tools in the UK and a few parts of Europe. The self-repair programme of the tech company is now getting expanded to Spain, France, Italy, Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Poland and the UK, making it accessible for customers to buy genuine repair kits and parts of certain Macs and iPhones launched from 2020 onwards. ALSO READ| Uber Eats will pay $10 million for listing Chicago restaurants without permission The service which was launched last year in the US will provide detailed instruction manuals along with parts for different kinds of common repairs, which will include repairing cracked screens. Although the customers are free to use the implements of their choice, Apple is making available the same tools which are used by the in-house technicians of the company either on a seven-day loan costing £54.90 or for purchase. While the DIY service can be accessed by anyone, only bravehearts can take up the task of performing surgery on a computer or a smartphone, which would require dealing with tiny screws. ALSO READ| Switzerland considers a ban on electric vehicle this winter, here's why It is most likely that a vast majority of users would opt for engaging a professional for any repair work. Apple stated that they have more than 5,000 authorised repair shops spread across the world which have access to original products. As the data collected by CCS Insight indicate that the average consumer keeps their smartphone for 4.2 years, the provision of cost-effective repair options is important. While the move will be appreciated by those supporting the right to repair, recently Apple faced criticism from specialists iFixit for putting a digital lockdown on the use of unauthorised and recycled parts for the repair of the device. (With inputs from agencies)

For bravehearts, Apple to provide DIY Mac and iPhone repairs in the UK, Europe

Efforts are being made by Apple supplier Foxconn to recruit workers after labour unrest at the iPhone factory in China.&nbsp;Employees are being offered a CNY1,000 award if they are successful in referring a family member or a friend to work at its plant in Zhengzhou, China.&nbsp;The step has been taken after footage showing angry protests at the world's biggest iPhone factory was widely circulated online last week.

A warning was issued by Apple stating that new iPhone 14's shipments can be delayed because of Covid restrictions.

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Foxconn employees will receive CNY500 after referring a new recruit if the referred person works in the company for 15 days. They will be given another CNY500 if the recruit continues to work for the company for a month, as per a message forwarded on messaging app WeChat.

Foxconn apologised last month for facing a "technical glitch" in making payments after protests broke out in the factory in the Chinese city of Zhengzhou over overdue pay and Covid restrictions.

The announcement was made after viral videos showed workers, in huge numbers, fighting with security staff. In October, a video surfaced showing workers jumping the fence after they were forced to stay in lockdown inside the facility due to the Covid outbreak.

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New workers were then recruited by the company with the offer of generous bonuses.

According to analysts, the Covid lockdowns and protests have majorly impacted the iPhone production, before the holiday shopping season.

Investment firm Wedbush Securities' Dan Ives said, "What started out a month ago as 3% iPhone 14 Pro shortages grew to 5% last week and now are roughly 10%+ of overall units with the potential to increase over the coming month depending on any production improvements from Foxconn."

The economic growth of China has suffered due to the global economy's slowdown and zero-Covid policy.&nbsp;

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Efforts are being made by Apple supplier Foxconn to recruit workers after labour unrest at the iPhone factory in China. Employees are being offered a CNY1,000 award if they are successful in referring a family member or a friend to work at its plant in Zhengzhou, China.

Efforts are being made by Apple supplier Foxconn to recruit workers after labour unrest at the iPhone factory in China. Employees are being offered a CNY1,000 award if they are successful in referring a family member or a friend to work at its plant in Zhengzhou, China. The step has been taken after footage showing angry protests at the world's biggest iPhone factory was widely circulated online last week. A warning was issued by Apple stating that new iPhone 14's shipments can be delayed because of Covid restrictions. Also read | China eases Covid restrictions in Beijing, hints at possible change in stance: Report Foxconn employees will receive CNY500 after referring a new recruit if the referred person works in the company for 15 days. They will be given another CNY500 if the recruit continues to work for the company for a month, as per a message forwarded on messaging app WeChat. Foxconn apologised last month for facing a "technical glitch" in making payments after protests broke out in the factory in the Chinese city of Zhengzhou over overdue pay and Covid restrictions. The announcement was made after viral videos showed workers, in huge numbers, fighting with security staff. In October, a video surfaced showing workers jumping the fence after they were forced to stay in lockdown inside the facility due to the Covid outbreak. Also read | Beijing reports record 5,006 Covid cases as China stumbles through worst outbreak, public anger New workers were then recruited by the company with the offer of generous bonuses. According to analysts, the Covid lockdowns and protests have majorly impacted the iPhone production, before the holiday shopping season. Investment firm Wedbush Securities' Dan Ives said, "What started out a month ago as 3% iPhone 14 Pro shortages grew to 5% last week and now are roughly 10%+ of overall units with the potential to increase over the coming month depending on any production improvements from Foxconn." The economic growth of China has suffered due to the global economy's slowdown and zero-Covid policy. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Apple to witness shortfall of its production target for iPhone 14 Pro models by nearly 6 million units worldwide, after workers protested against delayed bonus payments in China.

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According to the reports, violent protests have erupted at Foxconn's biggest plant in China. Tensions are boiling since last month over tough restriction put in place at the plant to quash a Covid outbreak. Know more from WION correspondent, Patrick Fok.

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According to the reports, violent protests have erupted at Foxconn's biggest plant in China. Tensions are boiling since last month over tough restriction put in place at the plant to quash a Covid outbreak. Watch this report to know more.

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After the European Union, India is also moving to make USB Type-C as the compulsory&nbsp; common charging port for all smart devices sold in the country.&nbsp;The decision, if implemented, could have serious repercussions for Apple Inc., as its iPhone doesn't&nbsp;have a Type-C charging port.

The decision was taken on Wednesday by consensus of all stakeholders at an inter-ministerial task force constituted by the&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government. The task force held wide-ranging discussions on the possibility of making uniform charging ports for all compatible smart devices and another for low-cost feature phones.

“During the meeting, a broad consensus emerged among stakeholders on the adoption of USB Type-C as a charging port for electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptops etc. Further, it was deliberated that a different charging port may be adopted for feature phones," consumer affairs secretary Rohit Kumar Singh was quoted as saying in Indian media.

The meeting was attended by representatives from industry associations such as the Confederation of Indian Industry, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry and the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and educational institutions including IIT&nbsp;Kanpur, and IIT (BHU),&nbsp;Varanasi.

In the meeting, the stakeholders agreed on a phased roll-out of uniform charging ports for “effective implementation and easy adoption”.

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The move is aimed at cutting down massive amounts of electronic waste generated in the country.&nbsp;According to an ASSOCHAM-EY report titled ‘Electronic Waste Management in India’, India is estimated to have generated 5 million tonnes of e-waste in 2021, ranking behind only China and the US.

The officials believe that a shift towards universal chargers would bring down the cost of chargers in product packaging, as most consumers will have the necessary chargers and charging accessories.

EU was the first region to push for a universal Type-C charge port. In June this year, they passed a law making the USB-C port mandatory for a whole range of electronic devices, including smartphones, by 2024-end. Some Democrats in the US have reportedly been pushing for a similar law.

Brazil, too, has moved towards a similar initiative, with the government pushing Apple to roll out its devices with Type-C ports.

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After the European Union, India is also moving to make USB Type-C as the compulsory common charging port for all smart devices sold in the country. The decision, if implemented, could have serious repercussions for Apple Inc.

After the European Union, India is also moving to make USB Type-C as the compulsory common charging port for all smart devices sold in the country. The decision, if implemented, could have serious repercussions for Apple Inc., as its iPhone doesn't have a Type-C charging port. The decision was taken on Wednesday by consensus of all stakeholders at an inter-ministerial task force constituted by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government. The task force held wide-ranging discussions on the possibility of making uniform charging ports for all compatible smart devices and another for low-cost feature phones. “During the meeting, a broad consensus emerged among stakeholders on the adoption of USB Type-C as a charging port for electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptops etc. Further, it was deliberated that a different charging port may be adopted for feature phones," consumer affairs secretary Rohit Kumar Singh was quoted as saying in Indian media. The meeting was attended by representatives from industry associations such as the Confederation of Indian Industry, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry and the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and educational institutions including IIT Kanpur, and IIT (BHU), Varanasi. In the meeting, the stakeholders agreed on a phased roll-out of uniform charging ports for “effective implementation and easy adoption”. World Business Watch | Common charging port: India moves towards USB-C The move is aimed at cutting down massive amounts of electronic waste generated in the country. According to an ASSOCHAM-EY report titled ‘Electronic Waste Management in India’, India is estimated to have generated 5 million tonnes of e-waste in 2021, ranking behind only China and the US. The officials believe that a shift towards universal chargers would bring down the cost of chargers in product packaging, as most consumers will have the necessary chargers and charging accessories. EU was the first region to push for a universal Type-C charge port. In June this year, they passed a law making the USB-C port mandatory for a whole range of electronic devices, including smartphones, by 2024-end. Some Democrats in the US have reportedly been pushing for a similar law. Brazil, too, has moved towards a similar initiative, with the government pushing Apple to roll out its devices with Type-C ports. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

After EU, India to make common Type-C charging port mandatory for all smart devices

In an antitrust lawsuit,&nbsp;Apple Inc. and Amazon.com Inc. have been accused of&nbsp;conspiring to raise the price of the iPhone and iPad by eliminating practically all other resellers of new Apple products off Amazon's website.

An agreement that came to effect in January 2019 stipulated that Apple would give Amazon discounts of up to 10% on its products in exchange for Amazon allowing only seven out of 600 resellers to continue using its platform. This agreement was the subject of the proposed class action in federal court in Seattle, as per Bloomberg reports.&nbsp;

According to the complaint, after only carrying a small selection of Apple devices in addition to imitations, this made Amazon the preeminent reseller of new iPhones and iPads on its website.

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Prices increased by&nbsp;more than 10 per cent, while&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;stabilized the&nbsp;prices&nbsp;it charged in retail stores, the complaint said. Discounts of 20 per cent&nbsp;or more that were once common no longer are, it added.

"Erecting barriers to entry to keep competitors out and raising&nbsp;prices&nbsp;in the wake of their elimination is precisely the kind of conduct that Congress enacted antitrust laws to prevent," the complaint said. "The case is open and shut."

The lawsuit filed on Wednesday pertains to Americans who purchased brand-new iPhones and iPads from Amazon starting in January 2019.

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It demands specific treble damages, compensation, and an end to the claimed "collective boycott" by the corporations.

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In an antitrust lawsuit, Apple Inc. and Amazon.com Inc. have been accused of conspiring to raise the price of the iPhone and iPad by eliminating practically all other resellers of new Apple products off Amazon's website.

In an antitrust lawsuit, Apple Inc. and Amazon.com Inc. have been accused of conspiring to raise the price of the iPhone and iPad by eliminating practically all other resellers of new Apple products off Amazon's website. An agreement that came to effect in January 2019 stipulated that Apple would give Amazon discounts of up to 10% on its products in exchange for Amazon allowing only seven out of 600 resellers to continue using its platform. This agreement was the subject of the proposed class action in federal court in Seattle, as per Bloomberg reports. According to the complaint, after only carrying a small selection of Apple devices in addition to imitations, this made Amazon the preeminent reseller of new iPhones and iPads on its website. Also read | After Twitter, now Facebook parent company Meta will undergo massive layoffs: Report Prices increased by more than 10 per cent, while Apple stabilized the prices it charged in retail stores, the complaint said. Discounts of 20 per cent or more that were once common no longer are, it added. "Erecting barriers to entry to keep competitors out and raising prices in the wake of their elimination is precisely the kind of conduct that Congress enacted antitrust laws to prevent," the complaint said. "The case is open and shut." The lawsuit filed on Wednesday pertains to Americans who purchased brand-new iPhones and iPads from Amazon starting in January 2019. WATCH | WION Business News | Apple warns of hit to iPhone shipments due to covid-19 restrictions at Foxconn It demands specific treble damages, compensation, and an end to the claimed "collective boycott" by the corporations. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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The lockdown of Foxconn's Zhengzhou facility, which makes the majority of the world's iPhones, has brought to light some of the dangers associated with relying solely on China's manufacturing industry, analysts told AFP.&nbsp;The primary subcontractor for Apple, Foxconn, has experienced an increase in Covid-19 cases at its Zhengzhou premises, prompting the company to lock down the enormous complex in an effort to contain the virus.&nbsp;

Following reports of bad working conditions at the factory, which employs hundreds of thousands of people, images of terrified employees running away from the factory on foot went viral on social media.

Over a million people are employed by Foxconn, the largest private employer in China, at its 30 factories and research facilities spread out across the nation.&nbsp;The Taiwanese giant's gem, though, is Zhengzhou, which produces iPhones in unprecedented amounts.

"In a normal situation, almost all the iPhone production is happening in Zhengzhou," said Ivan Lam, an analyst with specialist firm Counterpoint.

China, one of Apple's most significant markets, is where more than 90% of its goods are made.&nbsp;

According to Dezan Shira &amp; Associates, a consultancy organisation, experts claim that the company's substantial reliance on China "brings potential risks, especially when the US-China trade war shows no signs of de-escalating."&nbsp;

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Up to 300,000 people work at the Zhengzhou facility, which opened in 2010, and they reside there all year round, resulting in the enormous "iPhone city" tech hub.

Analyst Lam thinks that "10 to 30 per cent" of the site's output was lost as a result of the partial shutdown, but he also noted that some manufacturing had temporarily shifted to other Foxconn facilities in China.&nbsp;

As the final major economy to commit to a zero-Covid strategy, China continues to implement sudden lockdowns, extensive testing, and protracted quarantines in an effort to contain the virus from spreading.

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The lockdown of Foxconn's Zhengzhou facility, which makes the majority of the world's iPhones, has brought to light some of the dangers associated with relying solely on China's manufacturing industry, analysts told AFP.

The lockdown of Foxconn's Zhengzhou facility, which makes the majority of the world's iPhones, has brought to light some of the dangers associated with relying solely on China's manufacturing industry, analysts told AFP. The primary subcontractor for Apple, Foxconn, has experienced an increase in Covid-19 cases at its Zhengzhou premises, prompting the company to lock down the enormous complex in an effort to contain the virus. Following reports of bad working conditions at the factory, which employs hundreds of thousands of people, images of terrified employees running away from the factory on foot went viral on social media. Over a million people are employed by Foxconn, the largest private employer in China, at its 30 factories and research facilities spread out across the nation. The Taiwanese giant's gem, though, is Zhengzhou, which produces iPhones in unprecedented amounts. "In a normal situation, almost all the iPhone production is happening in Zhengzhou," said Ivan Lam, an analyst with specialist firm Counterpoint. China, one of Apple's most significant markets, is where more than 90% of its goods are made. According to Dezan Shira & Associates, a consultancy organisation, experts claim that the company's substantial reliance on China "brings potential risks, especially when the US-China trade war shows no signs of de-escalating." Also Read: Lavrov urges UN to help ease Russian food and fertiliser exports under grain deal Up to 300,000 people work at the Zhengzhou facility, which opened in 2010, and they reside there all year round, resulting in the enormous "iPhone city" tech hub. Analyst Lam thinks that "10 to 30 per cent" of the site's output was lost as a result of the partial shutdown, but he also noted that some manufacturing had temporarily shifted to other Foxconn facilities in China. As the final major economy to commit to a zero-Covid strategy, China continues to implement sudden lockdowns, extensive testing, and protracted quarantines in an effort to contain the virus from spreading. (with inputs from agencies)

Zero-Covid China's iPhone factory lockdown shows risks of manufacturing dependence

Chinese authorities on Wednesday ordered a seven-day lockdown of the area surrounding the Foxconn iPhone factory, per a report by AFP. The move comes days after desperate workers fled the factory fearing strict Covid lockdowns.

Chinese authorities on Wednesday ordered a seven-day lockdown of the area surrounding the Foxconn iPhone factory, per a report by AFP. The move comes days after desperate workers fled the factory fearing strict Covid lockdowns. Reportedly, the lockdown will last till November 9 with the official version stating that the plant has entered seven days of "static management" which is a local term for lockdown. A day before the lockdown, Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn which runs the plant announced a scheme providing monetary incentives to those who chose to stay at the plant. As reported by WION, the company on its official WeChat account said that employees will receive a bonus of $55 (400 yuan) a day for November, as opposed to the earlier rate of $14 (100 yuan) if they stay at the plant. WATCH | WION Fineprint | China's COVID lockdowns intensify × Additional bonuses will be given to those who attend work for 15 days or longer in November, reaching $2000 (15,000 yuan) if they record full attendance this month. The company, however, has had to face flak from several quarters for the way workers have attempted to escape the conditions. After some reports emerged, suggesting workers had died in the factory, the company was forced to release a statement. "There are no deaths at our facility. We believe this is a maliciously edited video. The group is making every effort to ensure the production safety, and health and safety of colleagues." Read more: China iPhone factory staff fleeing Covid curbs will receive four times the bonus if they stay Notably, Foxconn produces 70 per cent of iPhone shipments globally and makes most of the phones at the Zhengzhou plant where about 200,000 people are employed by the company. Under China's ultra-strict zero-COVID policy, cities are mandated to act swiftly to quell any outbreaks, with measures that could include full-scale lockdowns. On October 19, Foxconn banned all dine-in at canteens and required workers to take their meals in their dormitories. The situation only deteriorated afterwards and the workers were forced to take emergency measures. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Apple supplier&nbsp;Foxconn's&nbsp;COVID-19 woes at its vast iPhone manufacturing facility in China's Zhengzhou city could slash the site's November iPhone shipments by up to 30%, a source with direct knowledge of the matter said.

The source, who declined to be identified as the information was private, said&nbsp;Foxconn&nbsp;is working to boost iPhone production at its factory in the southern city of Shenzhen.

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Foxconn&nbsp;referred Reuters to a statement it released late on Sunday, in which the company said that the situation was gradually being brought under control and that&nbsp;Foxconn&nbsp;would coordinate back-up production capacity with its other plants to reduce any potential impact.

Apple did not immediately respond to a request from Reuters for comment. Shares of&nbsp;Foxconn, formally called Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd, dropped 1.9% on Monday morning, compared to a 1.1% rise in the broader market.

Foxconn's factory in Zhengzhou assembles the majority of the company's global iPhone output, though Apple also produces the product in southern China as well as in India.

The plant, which employs about 200,000 workers, has in recent days been rocked by worker discontent over stringent measures to curb&nbsp;COVID-19 within the site.

Several migrant workers fled the plant over the weekend for their hometowns, driving cities to hastily draw up plans to accommodate them.

The impact on production comes amid the traditionally busy time for electronics makers and ahead of the year-end holiday season, which is also a prime time for vendors such as Apple.

Under China's ultra-strict zero-COVID&nbsp;policies, localities are mandated to act swiftly to quell any outbreaks, with measures that could include full-scale lockdowns. On Oct. 19,&nbsp;Foxconn&nbsp;banned all dining-in at canteens and required workers to take their meals in their dormitories, but said that production was normal.

Photographs and videos circulating widely on Chinese social media since Saturday showed&nbsp;Foxconn&nbsp;workers trekking across fields in the day and along roads at night. Reuters could not immediately verify the authenticity of the posts.

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Apple supplier Foxconn's COVID-19 woes at its vast iPhone manufacturing facility in China's Zhengzhou city could slash the site's November iPhone shipments by up to 30%, a source with direct knowledge of the matter said.

Apple supplier Foxconn's COVID-19 woes at its vast iPhone manufacturing facility in China's Zhengzhou city could slash the site's November iPhone shipments by up to 30%, a source with direct knowledge of the matter said. The source, who declined to be identified as the information was private, said Foxconn is working to boost iPhone production at its factory in the southern city of Shenzhen. Watch | China Covid Chaos: Shanghai government bars people from entering and exiting Disney park × Foxconn referred Reuters to a statement it released late on Sunday, in which the company said that the situation was gradually being brought under control and that Foxconn would coordinate back-up production capacity with its other plants to reduce any potential impact. Apple did not immediately respond to a request from Reuters for comment. Shares of Foxconn, formally called Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd, dropped 1.9% on Monday morning, compared to a 1.1% rise in the broader market. Foxconn's factory in Zhengzhou assembles the majority of the company's global iPhone output, though Apple also produces the product in southern China as well as in India. The plant, which employs about 200,000 workers, has in recent days been rocked by worker discontent over stringent measures to curb COVID-19 within the site. Several migrant workers fled the plant over the weekend for their hometowns, driving cities to hastily draw up plans to accommodate them. The impact on production comes amid the traditionally busy time for electronics makers and ahead of the year-end holiday season, which is also a prime time for vendors such as Apple. Under China's ultra-strict zero-COVID policies, localities are mandated to act swiftly to quell any outbreaks, with measures that could include full-scale lockdowns. On Oct. 19, Foxconn banned all dining-in at canteens and required workers to take their meals in their dormitories, but said that production was normal. Photographs and videos circulating widely on Chinese social media since Saturday showed Foxconn workers trekking across fields in the day and along roads at night. Reuters could not immediately verify the authenticity of the posts. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Foxconn Covid woes may hit up to 30% of iPhone Nov shipments from Zhengzhou plant

Signs of more trouble coming for Apple. Reports say Taiwan's Foxconn has imposed tough Covid-19 controlled restrictions on its plant in the Chinese city of Zhangzhou that assembles iPhones.

World Business Watch: Restrictions on world's largest iPhone plant

Within weeks of launch and starting production, reports say apple is re-evaluating demand for iPhone 14 plus. This is happening within weeks of starting shipments as Apple re-evaluates demand for the mid-range model.

Reports: Apple cuts iPhone 14 plus' production

A Brazilian court has fined Apple with $19 million and ruled that battery chargers must come with new iPhones sold in the country. The Sao Paulo State quote it ruled against Apple in a lawsuit filed by association of borrowers consumers and taxpayers.

World Business Watch: Lawsuit filed by the association of consumers and taxpayers against Apple

Fans of Apple went gaga over the recent 'Far Out'event which introduced to the masses iPhone14 and "futuristic" specifications like its much-touted "Crash Detection" feature.

However, in the next few weeks, several issues have been reported with these specs. The latest as per a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) report casts doubt on the efficacy of the safety feature which is supposed to help emergency services reach users ASAP in case of an accident or crash.

The report details a recent "roller coaster ride" of an incident at an amusement park in Cincinnati.&nbsp;

A woman's iPhone 14 alerted the authorities of a crash as she enjoyed a ride. The phone's new car-crash detection was triggered as she "enjoyed getting hoisted 109 feet in the air and whipped around at over 50 mph".

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The phone placed a 911 call to the Warren County Communications Center with an automated voice message which said “The owner of this iPhone was in a severe car crash and is not responding to their phone.”

It also picked up the background audio from the amusement park; hoots, cheers, music and adrenaline-fueled people having fun.

As per the 911 report, an emergency response team was sent to the location but they couldn't locate any emergency. The iPhone user realised the whole thing and called the emergency services back to tell them that she is okay. Ironically she reassured them that she hasn't been in a car crash from the line for 'bumper cars'.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/an-iphone-reportedly-alerted-responders-about-a-car-crash-in-nebraska-us-522016">An iPhone reportedly alerted responders about a car crash in Nebraska, US</a>

While the incident is in a certain way hilarious, it also raises the question of how dependable the feature is. There would be nothing funny about receiving an alert that your loved one has been in a crash, only to discover that they were having fun at a fair or amusement park and just forgot to answer their phone.

This is not to say that the emergency call is placed undetected by the user. The feature uses a combination of sensor data to assess a potential crash. If detected, it shows a message on the screen for ten seconds, following which a ten-second countdown happens, accompanied by an alarm.&nbsp;

Only after this countdown, emergency services are contacted. A message is also sent to your emergency contact.

However, as the incident demonstrates you sometimes forget to check your phone.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/why-apples-new-emergency-sos-via-satellite-service-for-iphone-14-is-a-big-deal-513971">Why Apple's new emergency SOS via satellite service for iPhone 14 is a 'big deal'</a>

The false alarms can be scary and they will grow in number as more people buy the new model of iPhone. It has to be acknowledged that technology can make mistakes, for it the difference between a deadly crash and a thrilling ride might be non-existent.

In spite of that, there have already been multiple cases where the feature was literally a lifesaver, in one it alerted authorities to a deadly accident where a car crashed into a tree. The crash had no witnesses and without the alert, the user might have perished.

Even if scary or irritating this feature has saved lives and will continue to do so, one can only hope that Apple will soon launch an update fixing this "bug". 
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Fans of Apple went gaga over the recent 'Far Out'event which introduced to the masses iPhone14 and "futuristic" specifications like its much-touted "Crash Detection" feature. However, in the next few weeks, several issues have been reported with these specs. The latest as per a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) report casts doubt on the efficacy of the safety feature which is supposed to help emergency services reach users ASAP in case of an accident or crash. The report details a recent "roller coaster ride" of an incident at an amusement park in Cincinnati. A woman's iPhone 14 alerted the authorities of a crash as she enjoyed a ride. The phone's new car-crash detection was triggered as she "enjoyed getting hoisted 109 feet in the air and whipped around at over 50 mph". Watch | Gravitas: The Perils of Technology The phone placed a 911 call to the Warren County Communications Center with an automated voice message which said “The owner of this iPhone was in a severe car crash and is not responding to their phone.” It also picked up the background audio from the amusement park; hoots, cheers, music and adrenaline-fueled people having fun. As per the 911 report, an emergency response team was sent to the location but they couldn't locate any emergency. The iPhone user realised the whole thing and called the emergency services back to tell them that she is okay. Ironically she reassured them that she hasn't been in a car crash from the line for 'bumper cars'. Also read | An iPhone reportedly alerted responders about a car crash in Nebraska, US While the incident is in a certain way hilarious, it also raises the question of how dependable the feature is. There would be nothing funny about receiving an alert that your loved one has been in a crash, only to discover that they were having fun at a fair or amusement park and just forgot to answer their phone. This is not to say that the emergency call is placed undetected by the user. The feature uses a combination of sensor data to assess a potential crash. If detected, it shows a message on the screen for ten seconds, following which a ten-second countdown happens, accompanied by an alarm. Only after this countdown, emergency services are contacted. A message is also sent to your emergency contact. However, as the incident demonstrates you sometimes forget to check your phone. Also read | Why Apple's new emergency SOS via satellite service for iPhone 14 is a 'big deal' The false alarms can be scary and they will grow in number as more people buy the new model of iPhone. It has to be acknowledged that technology can make mistakes, for it the difference between a deadly crash and a thrilling ride might be non-existent. In spite of that, there have already been multiple cases where the feature was literally a lifesaver, in one it alerted authorities to a deadly accident where a car crashed into a tree. The crash had no witnesses and without the alert, the user might have perished. Even if scary or irritating this feature has saved lives and will continue to do so, one can only hope that Apple will soon launch an update fixing this "bug". (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

iPhone's crash detection feature assumes woman enjoying rollercoaster has been in crash, calls 911

India is becoming increasingly important in Apple's Global lineup. Reports saying exports of India made iPhones crossed 1 billion dollars in the five months since April. The outbound shipments of India made iPhones taking place mainly to Europe and West Asia.

WION Dispatch: Export of India-made iPhones top $1BN

India is making giant strides in presenting itself as an alternative to the world's factory i.e China. The country exported more than $1 billion worth of iPhones in five months since April, per a Bloomberg report.

India is making giant strides in presenting itself as an alternative to the world's factory i.e China. The country exported more than $1 billion worth of iPhones in five months since April, per a Bloomberg report. The total exports till March 2023 are expected to reach $2.5 billion which will be double compared to the same yearly period through March 2022. Currently, iPhone 11,12 and 13 models dominate the export from the South Asian country to Europe and West Asia Although the total share of iPhone production from India is still far less comparatively, the recent trend suggests that the country is quickly bridging the gap. As reported by WION, in what comes as a landmark shift, Apple, last week officially announced that it was manufacturing its latest, flagship iPhone 14 in India alongside China. “The new iPhone 14 lineup introduces groundbreaking new technologies and important safety capabilities. We’re excited to be manufacturing iPhone 14 in India,” read the company's statement. Read more: It's official: Apple starts manufacturing iPhone 14 in India By manufacturing iPhone 14 in India, roughly at the same time as in China, the Cupertino-based company is attempting to reduce the gap and bring it on par with China for future models. Previously, Apple manufactured its iPhone 13 model in India, six-seven months after it was launched. According to reports, Apple is expected to move five per cent of its global production of iPhone 14 to India by the end of the year. The company has kept an ambitious target of manufacturing 25 per cent of all iPhones by 2025 in India, per analysts at JP Morgan. Read more: Tata Group in partnership negotiations to make iPhones in India: Report Taiwanese major Foxconn is currently manufacturing all Apple devices at the company's Sriperumbudur plant, outside the southern Indian city of Chennai. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Apple to double iPhone exports from India by next year

After anticipating dwindling demands for new iPhone14 models, Apple has reportedly asked the suppliers to cut back on production this year.

The California-based tech behemoth is planning to reduce production by as many as six million units,&nbsp;Bloomberg reported quoting people familiar with the matter.

Now, the tech firm is looking to produce&nbsp;90 million handsets for the period, which would be roughly the same level as the last year and in line with Apple’s original forecast this summer.

&nbsp;The firm had previously told its suppliers to prepare for a 7 per cent increase in orders.

Moreover, the demand has been more for the iPhone 14 pro models than the entry-level ones, which has forced one of the suppliers to focus the production capacity exclusively on the premium versions, it has reported.

On Wednesday, Apple’s shares went down about four&nbsp;per cent following reports of cuts in production plans this year.

On Monday, the US tech giant announced that it began making its new iPhone 14 in India sooner than anticipated, as it moves some of its production away from China.

Apple had worked with Taiwan-based Foxconn Technology Group, its most important production partner, with the original goal of assembling iPhones in Chennai about two months after its global launch, Bloomberg had reported.

Apple's move to diversify the supply chains has been in response to rising tensions between US and China over Taiwan and trade.

Earlier this month, JP Morgan analysts said that they expect Apple to move around 5&nbsp;per cent of iPhone production to India this year.

The report also predicted that 25 per cent of all iPhone production will be in the South Asian nation by 2025.

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After anticipating dwindling demands for new iPhone14 models, Apple has reportedly asked the suppliers to cut back on production this year. The California-based tech behemoth is planning to reduce production by as many as six million units, Bloomberg reported quoting people familiar with the matter.

After anticipating dwindling demands for new iPhone14 models, Apple has reportedly asked the suppliers to cut back on production this year. The California-based tech behemoth is planning to reduce production by as many as six million units, Bloomberg reported quoting people familiar with the matter. Now, the tech firm is looking to produce 90 million handsets for the period, which would be roughly the same level as the last year and in line with Apple’s original forecast this summer. The firm had previously told its suppliers to prepare for a 7 per cent increase in orders. Moreover, the demand has been more for the iPhone 14 pro models than the entry-level ones, which has forced one of the suppliers to focus the production capacity exclusively on the premium versions, it has reported. On Wednesday, Apple’s shares went down about four per cent following reports of cuts in production plans this year. On Monday, the US tech giant announced that it began making its new iPhone 14 in India sooner than anticipated, as it moves some of its production away from China. Apple had worked with Taiwan-based Foxconn Technology Group, its most important production partner, with the original goal of assembling iPhones in Chennai about two months after its global launch, Bloomberg had reported. Apple's move to diversify the supply chains has been in response to rising tensions between US and China over Taiwan and trade. Earlier this month, JP Morgan analysts said that they expect Apple to move around 5 per cent of iPhone production to India this year. The report also predicted that 25 per cent of all iPhone production will be in the South Asian nation by 2025. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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