Apple in early talks to assemble and package iPhone chips in India
2 days ago
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- Apple is in preliminary talks with CG Semi, an Indian semiconductor company, for potential iPhone chip assembly and packaging in India.
- The specific chips to be assembled and packaged are unclear, but may include display chips for iPhone OLED panels.
- This move is part of Apple's strategy to diversify its supply chain away from China and increase reliance on India.
- Intel has also partnered with Tata Electronics for chip manufacturing and packaging in India, highlighting India's growing role in semiconductor production.
- CG Semi's OSAT facility has government support under the India Semiconductor Mission, aiming to establish India as a semiconductor hub.
- Securing a deal with Apple would be a significant milestone for CG Semi and India's semiconductor ambitions.