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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Time of India
Apple may bring a new colour variant with iPhone 17: Report
iPhone 17 series is likely to make its debut in September later this year. The new iPhone lineup is rumoured to come with multiple upgrades in terms of camera, performance and battery life. According to details shared by leaker Majin Bu, the Cupertino-based company is testing new Purple and Green color options for the upcoming iPhone 17. However, the leakster says that only one of the two colors is likely to make the final cut. 'While both are under consideration, only one color might make the final cut, with expectations leaning toward Purple being the likely choice for release,' the tipster writes in a blog post. To compare, the base iPhone 16 model is currently offered in Ultramarine, Teal, Pink, White, and Black. The iPhone 17, if the leak proves true, could add a fresh color to the mix when it launches later this year. Apple iPhone 17 features (expected) Beyond colors, recent analyst reports suggest that the iPhone 17 base model will see limited hardware changes. According to Jeff Pu of GF Securities, the device is expected to use the A18 chip, the same processor as the iPhone 16. The processor will reportedly continue to be built on TSMC's 3nm N3E process. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The iPhone 17 is also likely to have 8GB of RAM, matching the iPhone 16. Other upgrades may include a slightly larger 6.3-inch display (up from the current 6.1-inch) with a 120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone is tipped to come with a 24MP camera at the front, compared to 12MP on the iPhone 16. The handset will likely run on iOS 26 that was unveiled earlier this month at the company's annual developer conference – WWDC 2025. The iPhone 17 series is rumoured to consist of iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max . Apple is said to add a new iPhone model, likely to be called iPhone 17 Air. World Music Day 2025: Tech That Changed How We Listen to Music AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Mint
2 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Apple's foldable iPhone could feature Samsung display, launch in 2026: Ming-Chi Kuo
Apple may finally be preparing to enter the foldable smartphone market, with production of its first foldable iPhone reportedly set to begin later this year. Renowned industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has suggested that Foxconn, a key Apple supplier, is gearing up to commence work on the much-anticipated device by the end of Q3 or the start of Q4 2025. While the Cupertino-based tech giant has not confirmed any plans for a foldable handset, Kuo's latest update indicates that Apple is moving steadily towards a 2026 launch. According to the analyst, the foldable iPhone is still in its early stages of development, with key component specifications—including the hinge mechanism—yet to be finalised. One of the most significant developments involves the display, which is expected to be manufactured by Samsung Display. The Korean company is reportedly preparing to produce between seven and eight million flexible panels for the device, though actual shipments in the launch year may fall short of this figure due to limited production time in 2026. Kuo believes Apple could be planning an initial order of 15 to 20 million foldable iPhones, aiming to meet demand across the product's anticipated two- to three-year lifecycle. Mass production is expected to begin in the second half of 2026, with annual shipments projected to span into 2027 and 2028. While the final design remains under wraps, speculation suggests the device may adopt a book-style form factor, featuring a 5.5-inch external screen and a larger 7.8-inch inner display when unfolded. The foldable iPhone is also rumoured to include a robust metal hinge and could carry a hefty price tag of around $2,300 (approximately ₹ 1,99,000), making it one of Apple's most premium offerings to date. The device is tentatively expected to debut in autumn 2026, though Kuo cautions that Apple's plans may still evolve in the coming months.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Apple may launch its first-ever foldable iPhone in 2026, production to start this fall
Apple has been planning to introduce a foldable device for years, but the company has faced several challenges. Now the Cupertino-based giant is expected to start production of the foldable iPhone this fall, with a launch planned for 2026. Therefore, we can say that another foldable player is entering the market, and this time it's Apple. Therefore, all eyes will be on the first foldable iPhone, which will compete with brands like Samsung, Google, Vivo, and others. While a foldable iPhone gives a ray of hope, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo highlighted that several components and specifications of the foldable are yet to be finalised. Therefore, in the upcoming months, Apple may prepare a road map before finalising production. Also read: iPhone 18 Pro likely to ditch Dynamic Island for under-display Face ID- Details Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo revealed that Apple may launch its first foldable iPhone in September 2026, as part of the iPhone 18 series. The company is expected to start production by the end of the third quarter or the beginning of the fourth quarter of 2025. Reportedly, iPhone's foldable display will be produced by Samsung Display, whereas other components and specifications are yet to be finalised. Previous reports on foldable iPhones suggest that it will have a book-style folding design, and it could feature a 5.5-inch cover display and a 7.8-inch main folding display. In terms of slimness, the foldable iPhone could measure 4.5mm when unfolded, and about 9.5mm when shut. Well, considering it's a first-gen model, the numbers look quite impressive. However, take it with a grain of salt as it is too early to make an assumption. Also read: Foldable iPhone may launch soon with crease-free display, new hinge tech Apple's foldable iPhone will reportedly have a greater focus on the hinge mechanism to make the display crease invisible to the human eye. Additionally, the company has been working for years with a display supplier for an advanced display technology that meets Apple's standards. Furthermore, we can see an under-display camera and Touch ID for the unlock feature. Apart from these features, Kuo expects Apple may produce about 15 to 20 million foldable iPhones that may last for about 2 to 3 years. Since it will be a niche product, and pricing is expected to touch $2,500, Apple is planning for limited units for its first foldable product. Now, we simply have to wait for about a year to know what the foldable iPhone will look like in real life. Mobile Finder: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max LATEST specs, features, and price
Economic Times
13-06-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Apple's iPhone production slows but steadies in May at ₹15,000 crore
Apple's India iPhone production remains strong. Vendors produced over ₹15,000 crore worth of iPhones in May. This is slightly less than previous months but still exceeds 2024 averages. Production has reached ₹84,000 crore this year, matching 2024 domestic consumption. Tata Electronics now makes 35% of India's iPhones. Future production rates depend on trade negotiations. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads New Delhi: Apple 's India vendors produced iPhones worth more than ₹15,000 crore in May, easing slightly from the scorching pace in the preceding two months, but well ahead of the ₹10,000-11,000 crore average in 2024, according to two market research firms and industry experts expect an average ₹15,000 crore monthly rate for the rest of the year now. As of May, Apple's vendors have already made iPhones worth ₹84,000 crore this year - both for domestic sales and exports. That equals the entire domestic consumption of calendar 2024, according to industry data reviewed by has been partly driven by a sharp rise in production in March to meet US President Donald Trump's tariff deadline. Apple's monthly run rate of India iPhone production hit a peak of ₹19,630 crore in March, as the Cupertino-based company rushed to ship devices to the US ahead of the start of reciprocal levy's April deadline has since been pushed to July. Trump has been threatening to impose tariffs on India-made contract manufacturers produced iPhones worth Rs 16,600 crore in April. Both of Apple's suppliers in India - Foxconn and Tata Electronics - have ramped up production, with the latter gaining share from its Taiwanese Electronics, which began assembling iPhones after it acquired the Wistron facility in Karnataka in 2023, now makes 35% of the iPhones manufactured in India, compared with around 30% in 2024. Foxconn has the remaining 65% share, an analysis by the two market trackers also bought a 60% stake in Taiwanese rival Pegatron's plant in India in year, total revenue from iPhone assembly for Tata Electronics and Foxconn was ₹1.38 lakh crore, of which Foxconn accounted for about ₹90,000 crore and Tata Electronics, the remaining ₹48,000 crore, according to analyst data seen by ET. Devices worth ₹84,000 crore were for local duo has been the biggest beneficiary of the production linked incentive (PLI) scheme for to media reports, Tata Electronics has received ₹2,068 crore and Foxconn, ₹2,807 crore, in PLI incentives for FY23 to Tata Electronics and Foxconn did not respond to ET's emails seeking account for nearly 50% of Apple's revenue and the US represents nearly a third of its global smartphone shipments, according to an S&P report on Tuesday. It said India will likely make most of the iPhones shipped to the US by company is on track to significantly increase its manufacturing capacity in India. Foxconn has begun production in a phased manner at its new Bengaluru facility, while Tata Electronics is building another plant in Hosur."It's difficult to give the future run rate as it depends on a lot of the India-US and Sino-US trade negotiations," said one of the industry executives, asking not to be said local shipments of iPhones are expected to rise by 15% in 2025, from around 11 million units sold in 2024, while India is expected to cater to the majority of US demand by this year itself, going by chief executive Tim Cook's comments. Last month, he said US demand for iPhones in June would be fulfilled in large part from this prospect is riddled with uncertainty due to Trump's comments last month, exhorting Cook to make in the US whatever devices it sells in the country or face 25% may not be a realistic ask, given the costs. "If Apple really produced an iPhone in a US factory, considering that everything is not in place yet, my estimate is that the price will go up by at least 15-20%, that is, $150-200," said Neil Shah, vice-president at Counterpoint Research. "We believe this cost increase will be mostly due to the cost delta of labour, factories' amortised capex and logistics."India is expected to be a big winner in smartphone manufacturing in 2025 despite global output forecast to decline by 1% due to tariff impacts and a broader industry slowdown, according to Counterpoint firm expects smartphone manufacturing in India to grow in the double digits to reach a record 20% share of global output, fuelled by export demand from Apple and Samsung.
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Business Standard
11-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Samsung assembled more mobile phones in India than Apple last year
Korean firm makes more phones across most segments and has higher volumes: S&P report Surajeet Das Gupta New Delhi Listen to This Article Samsung's global volume share of final assembling of smartphones in India might not get the same focus as that of Apple Inc because of the latter's aggressive export strategy and higher average selling price leading to higher value. But in terms of volume, the reality is that Samsung is much higher than its US rival. A research by S&P Global shows that Samsung's share of global final assembly volume of smartphones in India in 2024 was at 25 per cent compared to only 15 per cent of the Cupertino-based Apple Inc in the same period. For Samsung, its biggest exposure
