BOE's Navicat Mac Full Order Pulled by Apple Due to Production Issues

Apple has pulled BOE's iPhone 15 display orders due to production issues, according to sources. The Chinese manufacturer had been tasked with manufacturing OLED panels for the standard model of iPhone 15 alongside Samsung Display and LG, but it failed to meet Apple's quality standards.

BOE is facing problems in production, particularly with light leak issues around the hole in the Dynamic Island cutout, which is a new design feature on all four iPhone 15 models. The company had initially experienced difficulties during its initial production runs earlier this month, and despite efforts to resolve the issue, it was unable to achieve consistent yields.

As a result, Apple has decided to rely solely on Samsung Display to manufacture OLED panels for the iPhone 15 series, starting in May - a month earlier than initially planned. This move is seen as a setback to Apple's plan to reduce its dependence on Samsung and diversify its supplier base.

Apple likes to have multiple suppliers for key components, both to reduce supply chain risks and to give it greater negotiating power. However, BOE's inability to fix the issues with its iPhone 15 display production has forced Apple to pull its orders from the company for now.

The Dynamic Island cutout is a new design feature on all four iPhone 15 models, replacing the traditional notch on earlier iPhone Pro models. The sleeker design is expected to be a major selling point for the new devices.

It remains to be seen whether BOE will be able to resolve its production issues and regain Apple's trust in the future. For now, Samsung Display will be responsible for supplying OLED panels for the iPhone 15 series, ensuring that Apple meets its demand while also maintaining control over its supply chain.

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