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Apple has officially opened Apple BKC and started a new chapter in its India story. Apple CEO Tim Cook opened the doors amidst great fanfare. Located at the Jio World Drive mall in the Bandra Kurla Complex area, this is the first Apple Store to open its doors to Indian customers. India has emerged a key market for Apple and the retail push is the next logical step for the company. Since it is the first Apple Store in the country, there’s a lot of curiosity around the outlet. Here we tell you 8 things you need to know about Apple BKC:

Apple BKC: India’s first Apple Store

This is the first Apple Store in India and brings the same ‘global’ experience to the Indian customers. Apple Stores are known for their design and this one is no different.

1,000 tiles in the ceiling

This is the first Apple Store in India and brings the same ‘global’ experience to the Indian customers. Apple Stores are known for their design and this one is no different.

Walls have stone sourced from Rajasthan

There are two stone walls — sourced from Rajasthan — that will attract a lot of attention. In addition, the staircase made of stainless steel measures close to 14 metres and connects to the first floor

More than 100 employees who collectively speak 20 languages

Apple BKC has more than 100 employees at the store and they collectively speak 20 languages.

All ‘global’ services available at BKC

Indian customers will get services like pickup at store, interactions with Apple ‘Genius’ — everything that you get in any other Apple Store in the world.

Services like Apple Trade In program

Apple does offer a program where buyers can exchange their old iPhones, Mac, iPad for a new one. The Trade In program is also available at Apple BKC. Everyday at Apple BKC, the company will host “Today at Apple” sessions, which will be held by professionals, creators, or Apple employees. These sessions will also have workshops led by artists, photographers and other creative professionals.

The ‘most’ sustainable Apple Store

Apple BKC has dedicated solar array and zero reliance on fossil fuels for store operations. The store is operationally carbon neutral, running on 100 percent renewable energy.