iPhones are primarily assembled in China and India, while the advanced microchips that power them are manufactured in Taiwan.
About 90% of iPhones and 80% of iPads are assembled in Chinese factories, mainly by Taiwanese companies like Foxconn and Pegatron, which employ over a million workers. China's low labor costs, skilled workforce, and vast network of suppliers make it ideal for producing Apple's high- quality devices at scale.
The majority of Apple's iPhones are still assembled in China by partner Foxconn. China accounts for around 80% of Apple's production capacity, according to estimates from Evercore ISI in a note last month. Around 90% of iPhones are assembled in China, Evercore ISI said.
To capture such high profits, Apple has a sizable markup on its smartphone. The iPhone 16 Pro retails for $999 to $1,599 but costs only around $570 to make.
A factory-sealed, first-generation 2007 iPhone sold for $190,372.80 in July 2023 at LCG Auctions.
In modern flagship iPhones, the most expensive components are the display and the camera module. For example, in the iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 17 Pro Max, each of these parts is estimated to cost around $80 individually.
Over 90% of Apple's merchandise—iPhones, iPads, MacBooks—are assembled or synthetic in China. Foxconn, Pegatron, Luxshare—all Chinese or Taiwan-primarily based giants—were Apple's real-world magic wands. Could Apple exist without these partnerships? Not unless it wants to implode.
Apple routinely phases out older devices to align with its latest releases. The most notable discontinued models include the iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max, which were retired in late 2025 alongside the launch of the iPhone 17 lineup. Apple also discontinued the iPhone 14, 14 Plus, and the iPhone SE (3rd generation) earlier in the year.
Apple's supply chain is often regarded as one of the most sophisticated and efficient systems in global manufacturing. The company relies heavily on Chinese manufacturers for assembling and producing flagship products, such as the iPhone, iPad, and MacBook.
To quickly check if your iPhone is a mainland China model, navigate to Settings > General > About and look at the Model Number. If it ends in CH/A, it is a China-market variant. You can also identify it physically, as China iPhones feature two physical nano-SIM card slots instead of an eSIM.
No, Trump Mobile's T1 phones are not made in the USA. Although the Trump Organization initially promised the devices would be completely built domestically, they removed the "Made in the USA" claims from their website and marketing materials before shipping, changing the slogan to "American-proud design" and "shaped by American innovation". Industry experts note that the US currently lacks the domestic high-tech supply chains and factories needed to manufacture smartphones.
The iPhone 11 series (iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max) and the iPhone SE (2nd generation) will no longer be supported by Apple in 2027. These models will conclude their major iOS upgrade cycle with iOS 26, meaning they will not receive the iOS 27 update.
Your iPhone has a customizable, invisible "secret button" on the back called Back Tap. It uses the sensors near the Apple logo to register two or three taps.
In 2026, you should avoid buying any iPhone older than an iPhone 14 Pro. Older models like the iPhone 11 and 12 struggle with modern, heavy apps. Furthermore, entirely unsupported devices (iPhone X and older, iPhone XR, and iPhone XS) no longer receive iOS or security updates.
Apple has officially discontinued the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max in its new retail lineup. Apple historically stops selling older Pro models and base-tier Plus models as soon as new annual flagships are introduced.
For most users, upgrading from the iPhone 16 to the iPhone 17 is not worth it. Both phones run the latest iOS seamlessly and offer a very similar day-to-day experience. Because the baseline iPhone 16 remains highly capable, your money is likely better saved unless you are a heavy creator or specifically need the new Pro cameras.
It is not illegal to carry or own a personal Bible in China, but there are strict government regulations regarding religion and publication.
Yes, it is generally much cheaper to live in China than in the US. Overall, the cost of living is roughly 45% to 55% lower in China, with rent averaging about 60% to 75% less. However, your purchasing power largely depends on your lifestyle and the specific city you choose.
The tech giant plans to expand domestic factories, create thousands of new jobs, and invest heavily in research and innovation, signaling a major shift in global manufacturing strategy. Apple's CEO emphasized that this decision is not just about products, but about strengthening American industry and supply chains.
Elon Musk primarily uses a customized iPhone, often seen with Apple's latest flagship Pro Max models.
For mainstream users, the Apple iPhone and Google Pixel are the most secure phones. iPhones benefit from a tightly controlled ecosystem and robust hardware-level encryption. Google Pixels feature custom hardware (the Titan M chip) and frequent, rapid security updates.
Apple's best-selling product is the iPhone. It is the company's primary driver of revenue, accounting for roughly 50% to 53% of Apple's total global sales each year, with over 2.3 billion units sold across all generations.