Apple partners with Bosch and others on US manufacturing

Apple announced partnerships with Bosch, Cirrus Logic, TDK and Qnity Electronics to produce components in the US. The deals form part of a $600 billion commitment to US manufacturing through 2030, including $400 million for this initiative. The effort aims to create jobs and expand production across 10 states over four years.

Apple revealed on Thursday new agreements with Bosch, Cirrus Logic, TDK and Qnity Electronics to manufacture sensors, integrated circuits and other materials in the United States. This expansion supports the company's previously announced $600 billion investment in domestic production by 2030, with the latest program involving about $400 million in spending. Apple plans to generate jobs and establish new factory operations in 10 states during the next four years. The move responds to US government policies, including tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on imports and restrictions on certain foreign products deemed security risks. While full assembly of devices like the iPhone remains challenging due to costs and supply chain issues, Apple will assemble Mac Minis in Houston, Texas, later this year. Specific collaborations include TDK producing sensors; Bosch partnering with Apple and TSMC on integrated circuits in Washington state; Cirrus Logic working with Apple and GlobalFoundries on semiconductors in New York; and Qnity teaming with HD MicroSystems on electronic materials. A Bosch spokesperson expressed gratitude for the collaboration with Apple and TSMC, noting production of integrated circuits in Camas, Washington. Cirrus Logic's spokesperson stated the partnership with its largest customer, Apple, will 'continue to drive content expansion in new product areas.' Apple will also host a forum for its Apple Manufacturing Academy in Detroit from April 30 to May 1, offering training to smaller manufacturers.

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Photorealistic image of Apple's new Mac Mini assembly line in a Houston factory, with workers, AI servers, and investment graphics.
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Apple has announced plans to produce its Mac Mini desktop computer in the United States starting later this year, marking the first time for this product. The manufacturing will take place in a facility in Houston, Texas, alongside expanded production of AI servers. This move is part of a broader commitment to invest $600 billion in American manufacturing over four years.

As the US pushes for manufacturing repatriation, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is grappling with unexpected challenges in building a massive chip factory in the desert north of Phoenix, Arizona. Unlike Taiwan's single-permit process, the US's complex regulatory maze requires the firm to create around 18,000 rules from scratch, costing US$35 million. TSMC chairman C.C. Wei says this is no longer just a business investment but an expensive social experiment in transplanting industrial culture.

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Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's leading chipmaker, announced record earnings for the fourth quarter. The firm stated that demand for AI chips remains endless, despite concerns over a potential bubble. Customers continue to request more capacity from the company.

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Tesla is redirecting resources away from expanding car model variants in China to bolster investments in artificial intelligence, robotics, and energy systems starting in 2026. Global Vice President Tao Lin announced that the company's capital spending will surpass $20 billion globally, with significant focus on China. This shift positions Tesla as a broader technology firm beyond electric vehicles.

Tesla has announced Terafab, described as the largest chip manufacturing facility ever, in collaboration with SpaceX and xAI. The facility aims to produce 1TW of chips per year to support ambitious projects like solar-powered satellites and millions of Optimus robots. Elon Musk stated it requires thousands of acres and over 10GW of power.

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Ahead of CES 2026 in Las Vegas, major Korean tech firms including LG Electronics, Hyundai Motor Group, and Samsung Electronics unveiled AI-centric products and visions. They presented strategies like 'AI in Action' and 'Physical AI,' showcasing advances in robotics, laptops, memory, and more across daily life and industry. The events emphasized AI extending beyond screens into real-world applications.

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