Apple reaffirms its commitment by investing $430 billion over five years in its latest strategic move. As part of this substantial investment, the iPhone maker unveils plans to introduce Apple silicon packaging in Arizona, lending hands-on Amkor.
US-Made Apple Silicon Chips
In an early report by MacRumors, it was stated that Apple is set to become the "first and largest customer" of Amkor's cutting-edge silicon packaging facility located in Peoria, Arizona.
The collaboration with Amkor emphasizes a joint initiative between the Cupertino giant and the packaging specialist.
Over a decade of collaboration has laid the foundation for this venture, with Amkor playing a pivotal role in packaging Apple silicon produced by TSMC at its Arizona facility.
Elevating US Manufacturing
Apple has clarified that it is committed to strengthening chip manufacturing in the US, and the partnership with Amkor is a testament to this vision.
Amkor is set to invest approximately $2 billion in this transformative project, anticipating the creation of over 2,000 jobs upon completion.
As the largest customer for TSMC in Arizona, Apple is positioning itself as a key player in the region's chip manufacturing landscape. This move dispels earlier reports suggesting that TSMC's Arizona plant would still rely on Taiwan for packaging.
Strategic Investment for Future Growth
This strategic move not only shows Apple's dedication to revitalizing the US economy but also positions the company at the forefront of advancing chip manufacturing capabilities domestically.
Its partnership with Amkor marks a significant milestone in the journey towards self-reliance in the silicon packaging industry.
In other news, a Reddit user accidentally bought a bootleg version of the newly-launched iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Redditor "theEdmard" bought the newest and most advanced iPhone 15 handset from Apple in hopes of scoring a great deal. Unfortunately, what he got was a knockoff version instead.
At close inspection, it appears to be a perfect copy of the iPhone 15 Pro Max, but once you see its parts, it's just an Android device with an iOS ecosystem. It's clearly not a legit model that Apple is selling.
What's more, the packaging is also similar to the original packaging, making it more believable.
Indeed, it's hard to ignore the small details that make it an "off" version. However, the fact that it closely resembles the authentic version is pretty alarming to the buyers.
From the striking design of the box to the accessories such as the SIM ejector pin and braided cable, it can pass as an iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Ed figured out that there was something wrong with the device when he turned on the screen. It appears that it's not OLED.
