Yes, Israel has been involved in the development and manufacture of Apple products. Here are some key points:

1. Apple's Presence in Israel: Apple made its first entry into Israel in 1985 and quickly gained popularity, especially with the Mac, which was well-suited for graphics, a field of local expertise [2].

2. Acquisitions: In 2011, Apple acquired Anobit, an Israeli startup that developed a critical component for Apple's iPhone and iPad. The acquisition led to the establishment of Apple's local R&D center, which has since expanded through recruitment and acquisitions of other Israeli startups [2].

3. PrimeSense Acquisition: In 2013, Apple purchased PrimeSense, an Israeli company known for its 3D sensor technology. This acquisition contributed to the development of depth cameras (LiDAR) used in Apple's products, enabling features like better portrait shots, object tracking, and augmented reality applications [3].

4. R&D Centers: Apple has established two major research and development centers in Israel. The Herzliya Pituah center is Apple's largest R&D unit outside of its headquarters in Cupertino, California. It focuses on hardware and semiconductors, including the development of flash-drive memory technology and processors [2]. Apple also has an R&D center in Haifa, which works on processors and benefits from the city's expertise in semiconductors [2].

5. Contributions to Apple Products: Apple's Israeli teams have contributed to various aspects of Apple's products and technologies. This includes the development of SoC and communication components for the Apple Watch, Face ID system for iPhones and iPads, storage solutions, cameras for iPhone Pro, and the flagship 'M' processors [3].

Learn more:

1. Does Israel have anything to do with the manufacture of Apple ...
2. Apple’s history and development in Israel - The Jerusalem Post
3. Apple Israel's CEO talks about the Apple developments taking place in Israel