Apple has announced a significant investment of $2.5 billion to ramp up the production of cover glass for iPhones within the United States. The tech giant is partnering with Corning, a renowned glass manufacturer, to enhance its manufacturing capabilities in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. This move signals Apple's commitment to American manufacturing and is expected to create a fully US-based supply chain for iPhone and Apple Watch cover glass.
While the immediate impact may not be felt in the upcoming iPhone 17 and Apple Watch 11 series, future iterations of these devices are likely to feature cover glass produced entirely in the US. This investment underscores Apple's dedication to local manufacturing and aligns with its broader initiative to bolster the US economy through the American Manufacturing Program (AMP).
