Apple will start assembling Mac mini computers in the US at a Foxconn facility in Texas, part of a $600B investment plan. Learn about production details and strategy.
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Apple has confirmed plans to begin assembling Mac mini computers in the United States this year. Production will be set up at a Foxconn facility in Houston, Texas, primarily targeting the domestic market. According to Apple's Chief Operating Officer Sabih Khan, this move is part of the company's broader strategy to invest $600 billion in the U.S. economy by August 2029.
At the same time, Apple will continue manufacturing Mac mini units for international customers at its Asian facilities. The Mac mini remains a niche product, accounting for only about 5% of global Mac sales, according to research firm Consumer Intelligence Research Partners. In 2024, the model received its first major redesign since 2010.
In the U.S., the base Mac mini sells for $599, though users must separately purchase a display, keyboard, trackpad, or mouse. Apple already has experience assembling desktop computers domestically: the Mac Pro has been produced in Texas since 2019. Now, the company is extending this approach to the Mac mini.
The Wall Street Journal also noted Apple's plans to increase domestic microchip production. Chief Procurement Officer David Tom stated that in 2026, the company plans to purchase over 100 million chips from TSMC's Arizona facility, which will help reduce reliance on Asian manufacturing capacity and strengthen the supply chain.
Overall, Apple's move to localize Mac mini assembly reflects its strategy to support American manufacturing and mitigate risks associated with international supply chains, while maintaining flexibility for both domestic and foreign markets.