A lot of smartphone brands have started making phones (even though partly) in India, including, Vivo, Xiaomi, and even Apple. And now rumor has it that Google might soon join the list and may start making some Pixel phones in India.
A “Made in India” Pixel Phone Could Happen Soon!
A recent report by The Information reveals that Google may start making around 5,00,000 to 1 million Pixel phone units in India. This will account for 10 to 20% of Google’s annual Pixel shipments.
It is suggested that Google is in talks with manufacturers in the country but nothing is concrete as of now. As per a source close to the matter, the company has had trouble with acquiring components due to China’s COVID-19 lockdown situation and as a result, is exploring a new production location to keep things smooth. Geopolitical issues could be another reason for the shift.
For those who don’t know, Google previously moved production to Vietnam for the production of the Pixel 4a and the Pixel 5 but eventually got back to China for the Pixel 6 phones. We are not sure what all Pixel devices will be made in India.
