Apple is set to begin manufacturing the Mac mini in the United States later this year, according to a statement from Sabih Khan, the company’s chief operating officer. This move marks a significant shift as the desktop computer has primarily been produced in Vietnam and China. Khan revealed the news during an interview with The Wall Street Journal at a Foxconn facility in Houston, Texas.
In the discussion, Khan mentioned that Apple produces “thousands” of Mac minis each week and expressed the company's intention to expand production domestically to better serve local customers. Apple has previously emphasized its commitment to American manufacturing with the low-volume Mac Pro, which was first launched in 2013 and saw continued production in 2019.
This announcement coincides with the lead-up to President Trump's State of the Union address, scheduled for February 24, 2026. The timing suggests a strategic alignment with ongoing discussions about domestic manufacturing and the challenges posed by tariffs on imported goods.