Apple faces drawbacks in its supply chain, this time with one of its main suppliers of OLED screensThe Chinese company Boe. According to various sources, Boe knows Serious quality problems In the manufacture of these panels, which led Cupertino to redirect part of its orders to other manufacturers such as Samsung Display and LG Display. We tell you all the information related to this new below.
Boe faces production problems: apple and quality
The difficulty of all this problem is that Boe had to provide approximately 40 million units OLED screens, but to date, he has been able to deliver only between 7 and 8 million. This represents a great challenge for Apple, which is forced to Find quick solutions to prevent their future devices from undergoing delays In its launch.
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The Chinese manufacturer has already seen with Apple. Already in 2023, the company underwent a considerable reduction in its orders by the American company due to defects in model panels with a dynamic island. Now, it is faced with a similar problem with screens for the iPhone 14, 15 and 16.
Various reports indicate that Boe needs At least six weeks To correct these technical failures and resume production under optimal conditions. Meanwhile, Apple assesses alternative options with its more traditional partners, in particular Samsung displayHistorically, was its most reliable supplier in this segment.
Could this affect the iPhone SE 4?
One of the devices that could be affected by this supply crisis is expected iPhone SE 4, A model that I could see the light this week. This entry beach model would have a OLED 6.1-POUCE screenTechnology that Apple planned to obtain mainly Boe.
Uncertainty about the production of BOE raises the doubt that Apple can continue to trust this supplier or if it will have to depend completely on Samsung Y LG To meet your request for OLED screens. This is particularly worrying because Samsung Y LG They were shown reluctant to make panels with TFT LTPS technologywhich is used in the iPhone SE.
This change in strategy could mean a Cost increaseSince Boe is known to have offered more competitive prices. However, the American company cannot afford to compromise the quality of its devices, so the change of supplier seems inevitable if Boe does not solve its production problems.
Beyond the impact on current and future iPhone models, the situation with Boe could influence Apple's long-term strategy. For years, the company has sought to reduce its Samsung dependence and diversify its list of suppliers. However, Recurring problems with BOE could force Apple to reconsider this strategy.
