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technology3 days ago•6 min saved

Apple Expands U.S. Mac mini Assembly in Houston

Apple says Foxconn will begin assembling some Mac mini units at a Houston, Texas plant later this year as part of a broader push to expand U.S. manufacturing, including investing up to $600 billion domestically by 2029. U.S.-built Mac minis will primarily serve the domestic market while production for overseas orders continues in Asia. Apple is also expanding AI server manufacturing in Houston and opening an Advanced Manufacturing Center to train workers.

via MacRumors|

#apple #foxconn #houston

technology24 days ago•5 min saved

Apple’s OLED MacBook Pro lined up for Q4 2026 debut with 14/16-inch options

Per Korea’s The Elec, Apple’s first OLED MacBook Pro is expected to launch in Q4 2026 (October–December), with Samsung Display mass‑producing eighth‑generation OLED panels (about two million units) for Foxconn assembly; the 14‑ and 16‑inch machines will run on M6‑series chips and feature a major redesign, though some components are still being revised to cut costs, with BOE potentially supplying panels later but initial units relying on Samsung’s displays.

via MacRumors|

#boe #foxconn #macbook-pro

technology1 month ago•5 min saved

OpenAI Poised to Unveil Pocket-Sized AI Earwear Aiming at AirPods Rivalry

OpenAI says it is on track to reveal its first AI device in the second half of 2026, designed by Jony Ive's oi Products. Leaks describe a pocket-sized, screen-free behind-the-ear wearable codenamed 'Sweetpea' with a custom 2nm chip and possibly manufactured by Foxconn, potentially overlapping with AirPods in function. The timing is not confirmed, but Lehane indicated a late-2026 release is possible amid ongoing speculation about OpenAI's hardware ambitions.

via MacRumors|

#ai-device #airpods #foxconn

technology1 month ago•64 min saved

OpenAI reportedly developing AI-powered earbuds codenamed Sweetpea to rival AirPods

A circulating leak suggests OpenAI, following its io Products acquisition, is building AI-powered earbuds named “Sweetpea” to compete with Apple’s AirPods, featuring a custom, phone‑integrated chipset. Foxconn is said to be preparing five prototypes for a planned late‑2028 launch, though there is no official confirmation yet.

via Tom's Guide|

#ai-hardware #earbuds #foxconn

business3 months ago•2 min saved

Foxconn and Nvidia Boost Profits Amid Rising AI Demand

Foxconn reported a 17% increase in third-quarter profit driven by growth in its AI server business and partnerships with Nvidia, despite global economic uncertainties, and expects continued growth in the second half of the year.

via CNBC|

#ai #business #foxconn

technology5 months ago•1 min saved

Microsoft invests billions to build the world's most powerful AI data center in Wisconsin

Microsoft is transforming Foxconn's former factory site in Wisconsin into the world's most powerful AI data center, featuring hundreds of thousands of Nvidia GPUs and a focus on environmental sustainability, with operations starting in early 2026.

via The Verge|

#ai-data-center #foxconn #gpu

business6 months ago•2 min saved

SoftBank and Foxconn Partner to Build AI Hardware in Ohio for Stargate Project

SoftBank has acquired Foxconn's Ohio plant to manufacture AI hardware as part of its ambitious $500 billion Stargate project, aiming to expand its presence in AI technology manufacturing.

via TipRanks|

#ai-hardware #business #foxconn

business6 months ago•1 min saved

Foxconn and SoftBank Collaborate on Ohio AI Hardware for Stargate Project

SoftBank is acquiring and operating a Foxconn-owned plant in Ohio to serve as a manufacturing site for its Stargate AI venture, which aims to develop AI data centers in partnership with companies like OpenAI and Oracle, despite recent delays and economic challenges.

via Bloomberg|

#ai-data-centers #business #foxconn

business6 months ago•3 min saved

Foxconn Sells GM Factory After EV Failures

Foxconn sold its former GM EV factory for $88 million to an anonymous buyer after failing to establish large-scale EV production, marking a setback in its U.S. manufacturing ambitions. The company plans to remain involved in manufacturing at the site, possibly shifting focus to AI servers, following the bankruptcy of several EV startups it partnered with.

via TechCrunch|

#business #crescent-dune-llc #ev-factory

technology6 months ago•0 min saved

Foxconn to Expand AI Server Production in the U.S. Amid Plant Sales

Foxconn plans to build an AI server assembly plant in the US, strengthening its role as a key supplier for tech giants like Nvidia and Apple.

via Seeking Alpha|

#ai-servers #apple #foxconn

business6 months ago•2 min saved

Foxconn sells Lordstown plant but commits to U.S. investment and expansion

Foxconn announced it will sell its Lordstown manufacturing facility for $88 million but will continue to occupy and operate the plant, aiming to enhance operational flexibility and future growth, with plans to reinvest proceeds into its U.S. business segments.

via WFMJ.com|

#automotive-production #business #foxconn

business7 months ago•0 min saved

Nissan and Foxconn Explore EV Production Partnership to Save Japanese Factory

Nissan is in talks with Foxconn to collaborate on electric vehicle production at Nissan's Oppama plant in Japan, potentially helping to prevent its closure amid Nissan's restructuring plans.

via Nikkei Asia|

#business #collaboration #ev-production

business8 months ago•8 min saved

Apple Shifts iPhone Production from China to India Amid U.S. and Trump Policies

India is rapidly expanding its high-end manufacturing sector, notably with Foxconn's new $2.5 billion iPhone plant near Bengaluru, aiming to produce up to 30% of iPhones domestically by 2025. This development aligns with India's broader 'Make in India' initiative to create jobs and reduce reliance on Chinese manufacturing, though it still imports key components. The growth of manufacturing in India is transforming local economies, attracting global firms, and providing new employment opportunities, but challenges remain in developing a fully self-sufficient supply chain.

via The New York Times|

#business #economic-development #foxconn

technology8 months ago•2 min saved

Apple's Foldable iPhone Launch Expected in 2026 Amid Design and Competition Uncertainties

Apple is set to begin production of its foldable iPhone in late 2025 or early 2026, featuring a crease-free display possibly developed with Samsung, a durable hinge, and a 7.8-inch inner screen. However, key specifications like the display and hinge are still being finalized, and mass production is expected to start in the latter half of 2026.

via Wccftech|

#apple #display #foldable-iphone

business8 months ago•14 min saved

Apple's Global Impact: From California to China and Beyond

Apple's deep integration with China, driven by strategic manufacturing partnerships like Foxconn, has significantly contributed to China's rise as a manufacturing powerhouse, transforming its workforce and industrial capabilities, while raising questions about the future of American manufacturing, national security, and technological innovation.

via NPR|

#apple #business #china