Apple Achieves 28% Growth In iPhone Shipments In India In Q1 2025

Apple reported a 28% year-on-year increase in iPhone shipments in India during the first quarter of 2025 (January–March), according to industry data released on Thursday.

The iPhone 16 series emerged as the top-selling Apple device, capturing 54% of the market share, while the iPhone 15 series accounted for 36% in Q1 2025, as per a report by CyberMedia Research (CMR).

Apple’s iPhone And iPad Experience 18% Annual Growth

In addition to the iPhone, Apple’s iPad shipments saw an 18% annual growth in Q1 2025 compared to the same period last year.

The company aims to achieve an 11% share of the Indian smartphone market and a 33% share of the tablet market by the end of 2025, driven by increased local manufacturing efforts.

iPhone Record Shipments As Strategic Expansion

Apple achieved its highest-ever quarterly shipments in Q1 2025, with nearly 3 million units shipped.

The iPhone 16 series, particularly the more affordable iPhone 16e, played a significant role in this growth.

The company is well-positioned to sustain this momentum through expanded local manufacturing and increased investment in its retail footprint, including the opening of more Apple-owned and operated stores.

India Emerges As Critical Manufacturing Hub

As supply chain realignments accelerate, India is becoming a crucial hub for iPhone production.

Reports suggest that Apple may shift the entire assembly of iPhones destined for the US to India by next year, marking a significant step in Apple’s global manufacturing strategy to reduce dependence on China.

Foxconn’s New Plant Assembles iPhone’s Export

Apple’s contract manufacturers in India are scaling up operations, with Foxconn’s new plant in Bengaluru expected to become operational this month.

At full capacity, the plant could produce up to 20 million iPhones annually.

Foxconn’s Tamil Nadu-based facility assembled nearly 50% of Apple’s exports, contributing to the $22 billion worth of iPhones produced in India over the past year.

Apple’s strategic focus on local manufacturing, retail expansion, and tapping into India’s skilled talent pool positions the company for continued growth in the Indian market.

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