Google Set To Manufacture Pixel Phones And Drones In India

Tech giant Google will soon start manufacturing its Pixel smartphones in India, sources familiar with the matter informed the BBC. The phones will be produced at an existing Foxconn facility located in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. Additionally, Google plans to independently manufacture drones in the state.

India, A Key Destination For Google

Amid geopolitical tensions with the West, India has become a key destination for global firms looking to diversify their supply chains outside of China. Last year, Google announced its intention to manufacture Pixel smartphones in India, starting with the Pixel 8. In a blog post, the company stated, "India is a priority market for Pixel smartphones, and we’re committed to bringing the best of our hardware and underlying built-in software capabilities to people across the country."

On Friday, sources revealed to the BBC that Alphabet's Google would produce advanced versions of Pixel smartphones at the Tamil Nadu facility, with manufacturing set to commence within this calendar year. Google and Foxconn have signed a contract for this purpose.

Foxconn currently operates two facilities in Tamil Nadu, with one near Chennai city assembling Apple's iPhones. Google's decision to manufacture Pixel phones in Tamil Nadu followed recent meetings between state officials and company executives. The Tamil Nadu government also announced that Google officials are scheduled to meet with state Chief Minister MK Stalin in Chennai soon.

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