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Apple Showcases Texas Mac Mini Factory, New Manufacturing School

Apple's CEO Tim Cook is making his final moves before stepping down, with a major investment in Texas.

By · Published August 16, 2026  07:56 UTC · Updated August 16, 2026  19:57 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 4 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: Apple's CEO Tim Cook is making his final moves before stepping down, with a major investment in Texas.
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Tim Cook, Apple's outgoing CEO, opened a 250,000-square-foot factory in Houston. The Houston Advanced Manufacturing Center will produce Mac Mini computers. Cook's visit to Texas comes as he reflects on his legacy in his final weeks as CEO.

The factory opening is part of a $60 billion investment in Texas. The investment is a fulfillment of a 2021 commitment to former President Trump to bring advanced tech manufacturing to the U.S. Cook's visit to Texas comes as he reflects on his legacy in his final weeks as CEO.

The factory opening is part of a $60 billion investment in Texas. The investment is a fulfillment of a 2021 commitment to former President Trump to bring advanced tech manufacturing to the U.S.

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What is the size of the new Apple factory in Houston?

The new Apple factory in Houston is 250,000 square feet.

What will be produced at the Houston Advanced Manufacturing Center?

The Houston Advanced Manufacturing Center will produce Mac Mini computers.

What is the value of Apple's investment in Texas?

Apple's investment in Texas is valued at $60 billion.

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