Cautious Apple reduces OLED panel supply for iPad Pro by 30%
The company did not maintain high sales expectations with the launch of the iPad Pro and reduced its OLED panel shipments
Information from Apple’s supply chain shows that: Drastic changes in shipping OLED panels for iPad Pro 5th generation (11″) and 7th generation (13″). It looks like the California-based company has decided to significantly reduce the production number of OLED panels for its next iPad Pro lineup.
Specifically, Aju Korea Daily’s sources (via TrendForce) suggest that Apple could: Reduce your OLED panel orders by 20% to 30% From Samsung, LG Display and Novatek.
These changes have two clear implications. First of all, this means Apple will have a production volume of enough units to meet demand iPad Pro with OLED display will likely launch in April. Secondly, this is a clear indication that Apple is being cautious about this. low sales figures.
Production volume of iPad Pro OLED panels in 2024
iPad Pro with OLED technology is in full development
Apple plans to completely revamp its entire iPad lineup with new iPad, iPad mini, iPad Air and iPad Pro models in 2024. Initially, the most exciting updates will be those related to the iPad Air. From 12 inch screen, 0.9 inch and of course up to the iPad Pro series with M3 chip and 11 and 13 inch OLED screens.
An interesting rumor circulating on the Internet a few months ago indicated that mass production of OLED panels for the iPad Pro would take place in February 2024. As we now enter February, this new rumor from Korea guarantees a massive sell-off. This seems like very reliable information due to the decreasing production volume of OLED panels.
“Information sources suggest a potential 30% reduction in estimated order volume, indicating Apple is being cautious about its new product. Supply chain suppliers such as LG Display, TSMC, Foxconn and Novatek are also predicted to be affected.”
Apple had requested an initial order of 10 million units It distributes OLED panels to its suppliers. Now the shape is set to an oscillating range Between 7 million and 8 million units.
We do not know the reasons why Apple reduced OLED panel sales, it was probably due to low demand for reservations of Apple Vision Pro, one of the star products of 2024. But definitely some planning around it. Increase in price of 2024 iPad Pro.
Source: i Padizate
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