Apple’s Korean display supply chain, which comprises of Samsung and LG, was previously said to have received approval to only mass produce the iPhone 16 Pro OLED panels. However, according to the latest update, both manufacturers have been given the green light to manufacture all iPhone 16 displays, with a new report stating that the estimated figure is around 130 million units.
Unsurprisingly, Samsung will mass produce the highest number of iPhone 16 OLED panels, as it has reportedly acquired a diversified order
The iPhone 16 will include non-Pro versions and two ‘Pro’ variants, and according to news aggregator website Naver, Samsung will provide the highest number of OLED panels to Apple, with LG coming in second place. The Korean giant is estimated to supply 90 million displays and will be responsible for providing the components for all iPhone 16 models, whereas LG has been tasked to fulfill orders for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. LG is said to mass produce 43 million OLED screens, though the total comes out to be less than 130 million.
However, it should be noted that these figures are just estimates and can deviate depending on future demand. As for BOE, the report states that there is no word whether the Chinese supplier has received any approval at all. However, we mentioned that BOE was previously embroiled in a tough pricing battle with Samsung over receiving iPhone SE 4 OLED orders, with the low-cost model expected to launch sometime in 2025. It is likely that BOE’s current production capacity cannot accommodate any iPhone 16 orders.
However, Apple may also be under the impression that the manufacturer is not competent enough to receive approval of mass producing displays for its more premium handsets. After all, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are rumored to have the thinnest bezels on a smartphone, measuring 1.15mm and 1.20mm, respectively. Naturally, displays with razor-thin bezels like this should only be given to those manufacturers who have proven their capabilities time and time again. For now, Apple probably believes that those supply chain partners are Samsung and LG.
News Source: Naver
About the author: Omar Sohail is a reporter and analyst for Wccftech's mobile section, specializing in the technology and business of the mobile industry. His expertise lies in the intricate hardware supply chain, covering developments in semiconductor manufacturing, chip lithography, and camera sensor technology.
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