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Apple is already assembling iPhone 16e in Brazil as it shifts production from China


In the midst of the trade war between the US and China, companies like Apple have been trying to find...

In the midst of the trade war between the US and China, companies like Apple have been trying to find ways to avoid the crazy tariffs imposed by President Trump on imports. This is also confirmed by Apple in its Brazilian online store, as the purchase URL for the iPhone 16e reveals a model number ending with “BR/A,” which is assigned to products assembled in Brazil. According to a recent report, Apple is considering expanding the capacity of its facilities in Brazil in partnership with Foxconn to avoid US import tariffs on iPhones.

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