Jeff Williams, who has been serving as Apple's Chief Operating Officer, is slated to retire by the end of 2025. Sabi Khan will step into his shoes and take on the role. On October 14, Sabi Khan embarked on a visit to two pivotal Apple suppliers located in Jiangsu, China—AAC Technologies and Lens Technology Precision.

At the AAC Technologies production facility in Changzhou, he made a thorough inspection of the vapor chamber module production workshop. Moreover, he showed keen interest in the company's endeavors in talent development. Since forging a partnership with Apple in 2008, AAC Technologies has played a crucial role in manufacturing vapor chamber modules for the iPhone 17 Pro series. By 2025, the cumulative shipment volume of these modules is projected to hit 8 billion units.

On that very same day, Sabi Khan also paid a visit to the Lens Technology Precision factory in Taizhou. There, he closely observed the manufacturing process of the mid - frames for the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro models. This visit serves as a testament to Apple's unwavering commitment to supply chain management. It also highlights the company's focus on ensuring top - notch production quality, driving technological advancements, and nurturing talent development.