Apple has announced plans to relocate production of its Mac mini desktop computer to Houston, Texas, later this year. The move comes less than a year after CEO Tim Cook pledged $600 billion in US manufacturing investment over four years, aligning with President Donald Trump's 'Made in America' agenda.
The Mac mini, a compact desktop retailing at around $599, is currently manufactured in Asia and accounts for less than 1% of Apple's Mac sales, according to Consumer Intelligence Research Partners. The company will produce the device alongside AI servers at a new Advanced Manufacturing Center in Houston, doubling its operational footprint at the site.
Apple's decision follows a broader trend of tech giants relocating operations to Texas, including Tesla, SpaceX, Oracle, and Hewlett-Packard. The state's tech sector, particularly in Austin, has grown significantly, earning the nickname 'Silicon Hills'. Trump praised Apple's investment, stating, 'They're coming home.'
Despite this move, as of April 2025, approximately 80% of Apple's production capacity remained in China, with additional manufacturing in India, Vietnam, and Malaysia, according to CNBC. The announcement underscores ongoing efforts to reshore production amid trade tensions and tariff policies.
