First iPhone 16 Component Leak Reveals Redesigned Camera Chassis

Following our previous in-depth coverage of the iPhone 16 and the various camera bump designs Apple has tested for it, new information has surfaced on social media website X from user Majin Bu. Although this user has a mixed track record, they have occasionally provided accurate information on the design of upcoming iPhones, and their […]

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Make iPhone 16 Batteries in India, Apple Tells Component Suppliers

Apple has told component suppliers it wants iPhone 16 batteries to be made in India, as part of the company’s efforts to diversify its global supply chain and reduce its reliance on Chinese manufacturing. The Financial Times reports that Apple has informed battery suppliers including China’s Desay and Taiwan’s Simplo Technology of its preference to […]

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First Alleged iPhone 16 Pro Component Leak Reveals Redesigned Battery

Images purporting to depict a new battery designed for the iPhone 16 Pro today leaked online, showing a new metal casing and a slightly larger capacity. The images come from the leaker known as “Kosutami,” who has disseminated accurate information about Apple’s plans in the past. If authentic, the images are the first to be […]

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Nikkei: iPhone 15 Pro Max component costs are up by 12% compared to 14 Pro Max

All four iPhone 15 series models received a teardown from Nikkei Research, revealing their estimated production costs. The summed-up components inside the iPhone 15 Pro Max are estimated to cost $558, making for a 12% increase from the iPhone 14 Pro Max. For reference, the US MSRP of the baseline iPhone 15 Pro Max is […]

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Microsoft: Surface Duo 2 is not discontinued but facing component shortages

Windows Central recently reported that Surface Duo 2 availability was depleted at Best Buy and Microsoft.com Best Buy took down Surface Duo 2 kiosks, and potential customers cannot order a device Microsoft has responded, remarking that supply constraints are the leading cause, and Surface Duo 2 is not being discontinued Windows Central recently detailed how […]

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Apple Replaces Last Remaining Intel-Made Component in M2 MacBook Air

In the M2 MacBook Air, Apple has replaced an Intel-made component responsible for controlling the USB and Thunderbolt ports with a custom-made controller, meaning the last remnants of Intel are now fully out of the latest Mac. Earlier this month, the repair website iFixit shared a teardown of the new ‌MacBook Air‌, revealing a look […]

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iPhone 14 Component Shipments Now Underway Ahead of September Launch

Apple suppliers have begun shipping components for iPhone 14 models, which are expected to launch in September as usual, according to Taiwanese industry publication DigiTimes. The report likely refers to components being shipped to manufacturers like Foxconn for final assembly of iPhone 14 models over the next few months. “Component suppliers have kicked off their […]

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Samsung halts component orders amid fears of oversupply and global inflation

Samsung Electronics is reportedly reevaluating supply and demand amid concerns over global inflation levels. The company has temporarily suspended orders for several components that are required to manufacture various consumer electronics. Samsung appears to have sent a notice to multiple suppliers asking them to delay shipments or reduce part orders due to bloated inventories. (via […]

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Samsung is developing yet another important iPhone component

Samsung Display has single-handedly powered most of Apple’s lineup for quite some time now. A report from earlier talked about it developing a new OLED panel for Apple. Now, The Elec has learned that some of Samsung Display’s tech could be featured on an upcoming iPhone. It seems that Apple will finally ditch the notch with […]

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Samsung ships more phones with LCD displays than OLED amid global component shortage

Samsung sold more smartphones in 2021 compared to 2020. However, the company faced a lot of component shortages and supply chain issues, leading to increased manufacturing costs. Now, it is being reported that the company shipped more phones with LCD displays than OLED screens. According to a new report from market research firm Omdia, Samsung […]

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