iPhone 15 Pro: Possible shortages at launch
Anticipation for the iPhone 15 Pro launch is growing among Apple fans, but recent reports suggest there could be some challenges on the horizon.
According to sources close to the company, Apple could face severe shortages at the launch of its new device due to production problems with the displays for the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. This news is corroborated by a report in The Information, which states that Apple is using a new manufacturing process to significantly reduce the size of the bezel surrounding the screen of its new iPhone.
Apple and its problems with screens manufactured by LG
Apparently, the company is using a new display technology, which has proven complex and difficult to mass-produce. This has led to production delays and could mean that the devices will be available in limited quantities when they are finally released.
It appears that the company is currently facing problems with the displays manufactured by LG. The issues were discovered when Foxconn initiated the "risk ramp" phase of production. During this process, Foxconn manufactures hundreds of thousands of units of the device to test the extent to which they can produce the product without defects. However, experts have indicated that the displays manufactured by LG have not yet passed reliability tests after undergoing a new process known as low-pressure injection overmolding, or LIPO. This process involves Apple fusing the display into its metal casing before assembly, repeatedly tweaking the LG display design to ensure it passes the tests.
It is said that Samsung-manufactured screens are unaffected by the problem, meaning Apple can "continue assembling a significant number of units." While some analysts believe the shortages could generate increased demand and anticipation for the device, others warn that this could also lead to frustration and discontent among customers who are unable to obtain the new iPhone at launch.
While news of shortages may be discouraging as the launch date approaches, Apple is known to be working diligently to resolve production issues and ensure its iPhone 15 models reach users despite potential challenges.
