Apple is asking its suppliers to manufacture between 70-80 million units of its upcoming two new iPhones combined by Dec. 30, The Wall Street Journal reports.
As noted in the report, this represents a significant step up from last year’s initial order of 50-60 million units for the iPhone 5s and 5c. It still appears there could be a delay with the larger model, as display makers are “struggling to improve the production of the larger 5.5-inch screens.” The in-cell technology used to create a thinner, lighter display is reportedly causing the complications, and using sapphire instead of glass could also present more issues.
Additionally, sources said that Apple is asking component makers to prepare enough parts for 120 million new iPhones by the end of the year, in case the displays have a high failure rate.
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