Analysts predict iPhone 15 production cuts ahead of official launch
By ForGeeks Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 15 next month. However, there are many rumors claiming that the company has had problems with the mass production of some components, such as the display and cameras. While all indications are that the iPhone 15 will be announced in September, analyst Jeff Poo believes that Apple is already cutting back on production of new phones.
All rumors suggest that the iPhone 15 will be announced in September.
Apple is cutting back production of the iPhone 15
In a memo sent out to investors and made available to 9to5Mac, Poo mentions that Apple is expected to build 77 million iPhone 15 units by the end of the year. Previously, the company was expected to ship around 83 million iPhone 15 units. According to the analyst, there are two main reasons behind this expectation.
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First, the analyst explains that supply issues could still affect the mass production of the iPhone 15. Specifically, he mentions that Sony’s camera sensors, the new titanium frame for Pro models, and the new display with thinner bezels could delay the release of the new phones.
Sony’s camera sensors, the new titanium frame for Pro models, and the new display with thinner bezels could delay the release of the new phones.
Poo, meanwhile, believes Apple has adjusted its sales estimates due to «demand issues». The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max are rumored to be more expensive than their predecessors, and that could lead to lower demand. «A reduced pre-launch build plan is not a positive sign, and a potential price hike for the iPhone 15 Pro Max could also reduce final demand», — the analyst said.
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In the third quarter of fiscal 2023, Apple reported a decline in iPhone revenue to $39.67 billion from $40.67 billion. In a call with investors, Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed that the company is selling fewer iPhones in the U.S., its core market, despite stronger results in some other regions.
Apple’s CEO Tim Cook confirmed that the company is selling fewer iPhones in the U.S., its main market, despite stronger results in some other regions.
iPhone 16
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Jeff Poo has once again clarified what to expect from the iPhone 16 Pro models, which are expected to arrive in late 2024. The analyst claims that Apple is in talks with its suppliers about Wi-Fi 7 chips, a new 48-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, updated Bluetooth and Ultra Wideband chips.
The iPhone 16 is still a long way off, but Apple is rumored to hold a special event on September 12 or 13 to announce the iPhone 15.
The iPhone 16 is still a long way off, but Apple is expected to hold a special event on September 12 or 13 to announce the iPhone 15.
