As we wrap up the week, it’s clear that Apple Inc. AAPL has been making significant strides on multiple fronts. From initiating the production of the iPhone 17 in India to CEO Tim Cook’s positive outlook on the company’s performance in China, the tech giant is not slowing down. Let’s dive into the top stories that have been making headlines.

Apple’s iPhone 17 Production Shifts to India
In a significant move, Apple has reportedly begun the initial manufacturing process for the iPhone 17 in India, breaking away from its traditional reliance on China. The development is currently taking place at Foxconn’s facility in Bengaluru, marking a new chapter in Apple’s production strategy. Read the full article here.

Tim Cook’s Optimism on Apple’s Performance in China
During Apple’s recent fourth-quarter earnings call, CEO Tim Cook expressed optimism about the company’s stable performance in China. While he refrained from commenting on the potential impact of the economic stimulus, Cook attributed some of the improvement to a sequential improvement in foreign exchange rates. Read the full article here.

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Apple’s Mac Mini to Get a Major Upgrade
Apple is gearing up to integrate the powerful M4 processor into its Mac lineup, which could significantly boost the AI and gaming performance of new Macs. The new chip is expected to increase core counts compared to its predecessor, ensuring a marked improvement in daily usage from older models. Read the full article here.

Apple’s iOS 18.1 Adoption Rate Surpasses Predecessor
According to Tim Cook, the adoption rate of iOS 18.1 has outpaced its predecessor, iOS 17.1, by two-fold. During the fourth-quarter earnings call, Cook also addressed questions about the demand and supply balance for the iPhone 16, launched in September earlier this year. Read the full article here.

Unlocking Apple Intelligence with iOS 18.1
The release of iOS 18.1 brought Apple’s new AI-powered features, known as Apple Intelligence, to iPhone users. If you own an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, or iPhone 16 Pro Max, here’s what you need to know to start using Apple Intelligence. Read the full article here.

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This story was generated using Benzinga Neuro and edited by Rounak Jain