News Summary
Apple Inc. has unveiled plans for a new store opening in downtown Detroit on September 19, 2025. Located at 1430 Woodward Avenue, the store will launch with new products including the iPhone 17 series and Apple Watch Series 11. This innovative retail space will also feature a Genius Bar and community engagement sessions, embodying a creative hub for the city. In addition, Apple will be closing its Clinton Township store, allowing staff to transition to the new downtown location, as part of its commitment to the local workforce.
Detroit – Apple Inc. has announced its plans to open a new store in downtown Detroit on September 19, 2025. This highly anticipated location will be situated at 1430 Woodward Avenue, nestled between John R and Grand River Avenue. The opening is set to align with the launch of several new products, including the iPhone 17 series and the latest iteration of the Apple Watch.
The new store is expected to enhance the consumer landscape in Detroit with its innovative design and offerings. On its opening day, the store will feature the new iPhone 17, which includes the iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Additionally, customers will have access to the Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and Apple Watch SE 3, alongside the eagerly awaited AirPods Pro 3.
Apple describes this new downtown store as a creative hub that represents the vibrant spirit of Detroit. The store will offer familiar services such as the Genius Bar for customer support and “Today at Apple” sessions for community engagement and skills development. These features are intended to foster an environment where “creativity thrives and business takes shape.”
In a strategic shift, Apple has also confirmed the closure of its existing store at The Mall at Partridge Creek in Clinton Township, which opened in 2007. To ensure ongoing employment, staff from the Clinton Township location will be given the opportunity to transition to roles at the new downtown store, reflecting Apple’s commitment to its workforce during this change.
Currently, Apple operates multiple stores throughout Michigan, with locations in places such as Somerset Collection in Troy, Ann Arbor, Novi, Lansing, and Grand Rapids. The announcement of the downtown Detroit store’s development was first made public in February 2025, building anticipation for the company’s latest addition to its Michigan presence.
Further cementing its investment in the Detroit area, Apple is looking to establish an Apple Manufacturing Academy in collaboration with Michigan State University. This initiative aims to complement the existing developer academy program and is designed to enhance the local workforce’s skills and competencies in technology and manufacturing.
Apple has placed strong emphasis on providing an exceptional customer experience. As part of the store’s launch celebration, an exclusive digital wallpaper featuring a “D” woven within an Apple logo crafted from chrome will be made available to customers. Moreover, to pay homage to Detroit’s rich culture, Apple plans to curate a collection of music and TV shows that reflect the city’s themes, accessible through its Apple Music and Apple TV apps.
This new store represents not merely a retail opening but an integral component of Apple’s broader strategy in revitalizing and investing in urban centers, while also drawing inspiration from the communities they serve. As Detroit continues to thrive and evolve, Apple positions itself as a key player within this landscape, highlighting the city’s significance in the tech industry.
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- Detroit Free Press
- Wikipedia: Apple Inc.
- The Detroit News
- Google Search: Apple downtown Detroit store
- Crain’s Detroit Business
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- CBS News Detroit
- Google News: Apple store Detroit
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