i was wondering on the cost & time required to built modern (2025) [collapse ]must alway include a specifc date!] cell phone; paul suggested 10+ years, but tfg figures 1.5-2 years. for what it’s worth, and as usual, Paul is correct!, at least per gemini.
“In conclusion, while there’s a strong desire for “Made in the USA” smartphones, the current global manufacturing landscape makes it an incredibly challenging and expensive proposition with a very long lead time. It would require a sustained, multi-decade commitment from both private industry and the government to overcome the deeply entrenched advantages of existing global supply chains.”
