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Apple has expanded its iPhone 16 lineup with the launch of the iPhone 16e, joining the iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max. The company announced that the iPhone 16e, like the rest of the iPhone 16 series, will be assembled in India for both the local market and exports. According to an Apple spokesperson, the entire iPhone 16 lineup, including the 16e, will be available for purchase through Apple Retail, the Apple Store app, and preferred partners starting February 28.
iPhone 16e in India makes no sense when for 9k extra, you can easily buy the 16.. I guess they have launched this phone in India to sell the #iphone16 than #iphone16e pic.
twitter.com/6aITju2fh7 — R. Bhai (@bahubalireturns) February 19, 2025 Apple has been strengthening its presence in India through retail expansion and local assembly.
Since 2017, when it began manufacturing the first-generation iPhone SE in India, Apple has assembled models like the iPhone 12, 13, 14, 14 Plus, and 15 in the country. The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus are also made in India for both local and international markets. Notably, Apple has started producing its Pro variants in India for the first time, beginning with the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
ALSO SEE: Bill Gates Admits Dropping Out Of Harvard For Microsoft Was One Of His Regrets Apple has gradually expanded its manufacturing presence in India, initially assembling older and entry-level iPhone models. Between 2021 and 2022, production extended to include the iPhone 14, and by 2023, India-made iPhone 15 units were available at launch. Initially, only base models were assembled locally, while higher storage variants were imported.
Over time, production grew to include models like the iPhone 15 Plus, handled by Pegatron. This aligns with Apple’s goal for India to contribute 25% of its total iPhone production within the next two to three years, as part of its strategy to reduce reliance on China. Meet iPhone 16e, the newest member of the iPhone 16 family! #AppleLaunch pic.
twitter.com/q9BHWxdYtN — Tim Cook (@tim_cook) February 19, 2025 Additionally, Apple is expanding its retail presence in India, adding four new stores in Bengaluru, Pune, Delhi-NCR, and Mumbai, alongside the existing stores in Delhi and Mumbai. This move, confirmed by CEO Tim Cook in November 2024, highlights Apple's commitment to the Indian market.
Additionally, Apple recently launched the Apple Store app in India, aiming to streamline access to its products and services. Recently, Apple introduced the iPhone 16e, starting at Rs 59,900 for the 128 GB variant, with pre-orders beginning on February 21 and sales starting on February 28..
