Summary
Apple announced that it will start making some of its Mac Mini computers in the United States as part of a bigger plan to expand production in America. This decision aligns with President Trump's push for companies to manufacture more within the U.S. Apple also plans to build a training center at its Houston factory.
Key Facts
- Apple will produce some Mac Mini computers in the U.S. for the first time.
- The production will happen at Apple's expanded factory in Houston, Texas.
- Currently, the Mac Mini is primarily made in Asia and represents less than 5% of total Mac sales.
- Apple previously promised to invest $600 billion in the U.S.
- President Trump has pressured companies to move production to the U.S. and mentioned potential tariffs if Apple did not comply.
- Apple has paid over $3 billion in tariffs under Trump's administration.
- Apple plans an advanced manufacturing training center at its Houston location.
- Apple's U.S. investment plans are reportedly influenced by Trump's policies, though changes in Apple's supply chain are expected to take time.
