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Apple diversifies suppliers ahead of iPhone 14 launch

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<strong>In a bid to avoid potential supply chain shortages when mass production of the devices begins, tech giant Apple has added to its list of suppliers for the iPhone 14 series.</strong></p>
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According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, components from SG Micro have passed quality certification for the high-end iPhone 14 models, indicating that the Chinese company has been greenlighted to supply components for the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.</p>
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SG Micro specialises in integrated circuits, and Apple will use its power management integrated circuitry in the upcoming iPhones, reports MacRumors.</p>
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Kuo noted that this is the first time SG Micro has provided components for high-end iPhones, implying that its technical capabilities have reached the "tier-1 level" required for use in premium consumer electronics.</p>
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Kuo recently said that some iPhone 14 components, such as display panels, are facing supply chain issues, but the analyst believes the issues will have a limited impact on the upcoming mass production of iPhone 14 models, which are expected to be announced in September.</p>
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The lineup is expected to include the 6.1-inch iPhone 14, 6.7-inch iPhone 14 Max, 6.1-inch iPhone 14 Pro, and 6.7-inch iPhone 14 Pro Max.AHowever, the tech giant might discontinue the 5.4-inch iPhone mini this year.</p>
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A recent report said that the upcoming iPhone 14 is likely to be $100 more costlier than iPhone 13.</p>
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<strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.indianarrative.com/videos-news/apple-iphone-now-being-made-in-india-manufacturing-begins-at-foxconn-plant-in-chennai-163700.html">Apple iPhone 13 Now Being Made In India, Manufacturing Begins At Chennai Plant</a></strong></p>

IANS

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