Giving its India growth story another boost, Apple shipped nearly 1 million 'make-in-India' iPhones in the country in the first quarter of 2022, a massive jump of 50 per cent (year-on-year) in iPhone shipments from within the country, data showed on Tuesday.

Prabhu Ram, Head- Industry Intelligence Group at CMR, told IANS: "Our insights point to the contribution of 'Make in India' iPhones in Q1 2022, increasing 50 per cent YoY. The contribution of newer generation iPhones, such as iPhone 13, is almost equal to iPhone 12."  

In overall stats, beyond made in India iPhones, Apple's iPhone shipments grew 22%.

Ram added that "As Apple further diversifies its manufacturing base, the newer generation iPhone models will fuel Apple's India growth story."

In Q1 2022, iPhone 12 maintained a lead with 52% share, followed by iPhone 13 at 20% and iPhone 11 at 18% in India.

When it comes to iPads, Apple registered a 31% cent growth in India, led by iPad 9th generation (Wi-Fi) that garnered 45% market share. For more on this, read the full report by India's Business Standard.