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Hans India
4 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
India Becomes Top Smartphone Exporter to US, Surpassing China Amid Apple's Manufacturing Shift
In a landmark shift in global electronics manufacturing, India has emerged as the leading exporter of smartphones to the United States, surpassing China for the first time. This milestone, fueled largely by Apple's expanded production in India, reflects the tech industry's accelerating pivot amid growing trade tensions between Washington and Beijing. Fresh data from research firm Canalys, now part of Omdia, shows that smartphone shipments from India to the US skyrocketed by 240% in Q2 2025, capturing a 44% share of all US-bound smartphones. Just a year ago, India's share stood at only 13%. Meanwhile, China's dominance fell drastically, dropping to 25% from 61% in the same quarter of 2024. Driving this dramatic transformation is Apple's aggressive supply chain shift to India, which began gradually but gained momentum over the past year. 'India became the leading manufacturing hub for smartphones sold in the US for the very first time in Q2 2025, largely driven by Apple's accelerated supply chain shift to India amid an uncertain trade landscape between the US and China,' said Sanyam Chaurasia, Principal Analyst at Canalys. Apple has increasingly relied on Indian facilities to assemble its iPhone models, particularly the standard iPhone 15 and iPhone 16. Notably, the company has also initiated the assembly of iPhone 16 Pro models in India, a step that suggests deeper long-term intentions to diversify production away from China. However, China continues to handle large-scale production of the Pro lineup, at least for now. Other manufacturers have also contributed to this trend, though to a lesser extent. Samsung, for example, still leans heavily on Vietnam for smartphone production but has begun expanding its Indian manufacturing footprint. Motorola, whose supply chain was mostly China-centric, has also started boosting output from Indian plants in recent months. Analysts highlight a broader pattern of supply chain diversification. Ongoing tariff disputes, geopolitical uncertainty, and trade policy fluctuations have prompted tech companies to front-load inventory and redesign their sourcing strategies for resilience. India, with its expanding infrastructure and skilled workforce, is emerging as a reliable alternative for high-end manufacturing—not just for budget devices. Interestingly, while India's export volume to the US surged, the US smartphone market itself grew only 1% in the quarter. Apple's US-bound shipments dipped by 11% year-on-year, while Samsung saw a 38% increase. Motorola experienced modest growth at 2%, with Google and TCL completing the top five vendors in terms of volume. India's newfound position as the primary smartphone supplier to the US is not just a symbolic victory. It underscores the country's rise as a strategic global manufacturing hub, capable of supporting premium-grade devices and reshaping the future of the electronics supply chain.
Time of India
18 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Corning forecasts upbeat quarterly core sales on AI-driven demand
Specialty glass maker Corning forecast third-quarter core sales above Wall Street estimates on Tuesday, led by artificial intelligence-driven demand for its optical connectivity products . Shares of the company rose about 6% in premarket trading. AI has been a growth driver for Corning's products, such as cables and connectors, which are increasingly used by hyperscale data centers to support the massive computing and data transmission demands. "We also expect an additional growth driver to emerge in the coming months, as new and existing customers seek to leverage our large U.S. advanced manufacturing footprint," CEO Wendell Weeks said. Based in New York, Corning also sells a break-resistant Gorilla Glass for mobile phones, tablets and smart watches, and has produced durable glass with infused color for the back of Apple 's iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus devices. Earlier this month, EU antitrust regulators accepted Corning's offer to waive exclusive deals with mobile phone makers and glass processing companies and scrap purchasing clauses to end an eight-month-long investigation and stave off a possible fine. Corning's largest unit - Optical communications - reported net sales of $1.57 billion in the second quarter, a rise of 41% from a year ago. Its core sales in the quarter rose 12% to $4.05 billion, compared with estimates of $3.86 billion, according to data compiled by LSEG. Corning expects third-quarter core sales to be around $4.2 billion, beating estimates of $4.01 billion. The company expects quarterly core earnings per share between 63 cents and 67 cents, compared with estimates of 61 cents.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Corning forecasts upbeat quarterly core sales on AI-driven demand
(Reuters) -Specialty glass maker Corning forecast third-quarter core sales above Wall Street estimates on Tuesday, led by artificial intelligence-driven demand for its optical connectivity products. Shares of the company rose about 6% in premarket trading. AI has been a growth driver for Corning's products, such as cables and connectors, which are increasingly used by hyperscale data centers to support the massive computing and data transmission demands. "We also expect an additional growth driver to emerge in the coming months, as new and existing customers seek to leverage our large U.S. advanced manufacturing footprint," CEO Wendell Weeks said. Based in New York, Corning also sells a break-resistant Gorilla Glass for mobile phones, tablets and smart watches, and has produced durable glass with infused color for the back of Apple's iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus devices. Earlier this month, EU antitrust regulators accepted Corning's offer to waive exclusive deals with mobile phone makers and glass processing companies and scrap purchasing clauses to end an eight-month-long investigation and stave off a possible fine. Corning's largest unit - Optical communications - reported net sales of $1.57 billion in the second quarter, a rise of 41% from a year ago. Its core sales in the quarter rose 12% to $4.05 billion, compared with estimates of $3.86 billion, according to data compiled by LSEG. Corning expects third-quarter core sales to be around $4.2 billion, beating estimates of $4.01 billion. The company expects quarterly core earnings per share between 63 cents and 67 cents, compared with estimates of 61 cents. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
India Today
2 days ago
- Business
- India Today
iPhone 15 is selling at the lowest price
iPhone 15 is selling at the lowest price By Ankita Garg The iPhone 15 is currently selling at the lowest possible price on Amazon, giving people a chance to buy this iPhone at a discounted price. Here are all the deal details that you need to know. The iPhone 15 is listed on Amazon at Rs 61,400, down from its current official retail price of Rs 69,900. So, you are getting a flat discount of Rs 8,500. The mentioned price is for the 128GB storage model. This is a good deal for many iPhone lovers. The iPhone 15 is one of the best iPhones from Apple and it has a compact 6.1-inch display and comes in five vibrant colours: pink, yellow, green, blue, and black. The device doesn't offer support for Apple Intelligence (AI), but it will still offer a good experience to power users. Apple is anyway yet to make its AI game strong, so iPhone 15 buyers won't be missing out on anything. With a 48-megapixel primary camera, the iPhone 15 captures stunning photos in various lighting conditions. Apple says the battery of iPhone 15 is designed for all-day usage, but people can expect around 9 hours of battery on an average. The A16 Bionic chip provides improved speed and efficiency compared to the previous generation. The iPhone 15 also adopts the universal USB Type-C charging port, replacing the Lightning connector.
India.com
2 days ago
- India.com
Apple iOS 26 Beta Update Now Available: How To Install On Your iPhone? Check Features And Eligible Devices
Apple iOS 26 Beta Update: Apple has released the first public beta of iOS 26 in the country. It gives iPhone users an early chance to try out the new features announced at WWDC earlier this year. The software release comes after multiple developer beta versions, including the recently launched Beta 4, and is now available for anyone eager to preview Apple's upcoming major software update. This update brings a new visual design language called Liquid Glass, along with improvements to core apps like Camera, Photos, and Safari. It also includes a range of AI-powered Apple Intelligence features. Adding further, the update reintroduces AI-generated news summaries in the News app, a feature Apple had earlier paused due to concerns about accuracy. Notably, the final stable release of iOS 26 is expected in September, soon after Apple introduces the iPhone 17 series. iOS 26 Public Beta Update: Eligible iPhone Devices It is available for a wide range of iPhones, including the iPhone 15 series (iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max), the entire iPhone 14 lineup, and all models from the iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 series, including Mini, Pro, and Pro Max variants. It also supports the iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max. However, older devices like the iPhone XR, XS, and earlier models are not supported. Adding further, Apple Intelligence features will be exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro and newer models. iOS 26 Public Beta Features The new update introduces several new features and improvements aimed at enhancing the user experience. The Phone app gets smarter with the addition of Call Screening, helping users manage incoming calls more efficiently. The Camera and Photos apps receive a major overhaul, offering a refreshed interface and improved functionality. A new visual design language called Liquid Glass brings a more fluid and modern look to the system. Apple Intelligence features add AI-powered tools across the OS, making everyday tasks smarter and more intuitive. Adding further, CarPlay gets useful enhancements for a more seamless in-car experience. How To Install iOS 26 Public Beta Step 1: Go to and sign in with your Apple ID. Enroll your iPhone in the Apple Beta Software Program. Step 2: On your iPhone, navigate to Settings > General > Software Update. Step 3: Tap on Beta Updates and choose iOS 26 Public Beta from the list. Step 4: Return to the Software Update screen, tap Download and Install, and ensure your iPhone is connected to Wi-Fi and charged at least 50 percent.
