On July 22, sources within the industry supply chain revealed that Apple’s iPhone 18 series officially commenced mass production this month, with manufacturing capacity steadily increasing. As the leading contract assembler for the iPhone, Foxconn has launched extensive recruitment efforts to support upcoming production and inventory buildup. Notably, in the second quarter of 2026, Apple’s smartphone shipments in the Chinese market surged by 23% year-over-year, securing an 18% market share and placing the company second in the rankings.
