'iPhone 8' Production on Schedule for September Launch, October Sales

[MacRumors]

Apple will begin selling its new range of iPhones in October this year following a September unveiling, according to a report out on Monday. Previous rumors have claimed that Apple will struggle to meet its usual fall launch timeframe for its upcoming OLED iPhone, which is set to debut alongside two more typical LCD models, with several sources claiming the "tenth anniversary" phone faces a possible delay late into the fourth quarter because of production yield rate issues.

Japanese site Mac Otakara earlier this year suggested the "iPhone 8" would launch "very much" behind the LCD models, while KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes Apple will debut the OLED iPhone in September, but the device will face "severe supply shortages" until as late as October-November, two months later than previous ramp-ups in August-September. Similar delayed production rumors have been circulated by analysts and media outlets in recent months.

In contrast, the Chinese-language Economic Daily News claimed on Monday that there will be no delay for the launch of the next-generation phones, signaling the usual ramp-up in the production of parts related to the iPhone beginning next month.

Upstream to downstream suppliers in the iPhone supply chains, including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), SLP (substrate-like PCB) makers Zhen Ding Technology and Kinsus Interconnect Technology, and battery supplier Simplo Technology, are ready to ramp up related iPhone parts starting June.

TSMC will begin to fabricate the wafer starts needed for the production of A11 processors on June 10 and to deliver the chips in volume quantity in the second half of July, the report indicated.

Both Zhen Ding and Kinsus have reportedly managed to improve the yield rates of SLP products which will allow for volume production of the materials in June. Meanwhile, iPhone assemblers Foxconn, Winston, and Pegatron are said to be accelerating the recruitment and training of new workers in China in preparation of mass production of the new iPhone.

Apple has a major redesign planned for the "iPhone 8", with a glass body and edge-to-edge OLED display that may include an integrated Touch ID fingerprint sensor if the company can overcome the technical challenges involved. Other potential features include wireless charging, a vertically oriented rear dual-lens camera, and a front-facing camera with 3D sensing and facial recognition capabilities. The OLED iPhone is expected to be sold alongside upgraded (but standard) 4.7 and 5.5-inch iPhones.

(Via DigiTimes.)

Article Link: 'iPhone 8' Production on Schedule for September Launch, October Sales

 

[xflashx]

So same rumors as always, also same release date as always.
Who would have thought...

 

[illyb2000]

I do like this wallpaper I have to say, anyone know where to get it ?

 

[fokmik]

I hope this delay is, in fact, due to touchid into display

 

[sshambles]

Didn't think it'd be as late as rumoured.

Same thing every year.

 

[moxin]

My wife is so excited for this cause she is a huge apple fan, and she don't have to pay for these "gifts" from her husband

 

[chr1s60]

So basically they could be on par with normal release timing or there could be a delay. If Apple is truly launching standard and "advanced" models I could easily see them only announcing the higher end model and announcing a pre-sale for it at a later date, while handling the standard models just as they have in years past.

 

[Sunny1990]

Let's hope apple put touch id sensor under the display,

Touch id on the back is a bad idea, i will pass

 

[44267547]

So basically they could be on par with normal release timing or there could be a delay. If Apple is truly launching standard and "advanced" models I could easily see them only announcing the higher end model and announcing a pre-sale for it at a later date, while handling the standard models just as they have in years past.

Either way regarding this launch, if Apple makes the rumored changes coming, pre-orders are going to be in extreme numbers. I anticipate some even receive their iPhones until well after the holidays. There's no doubt that Apple is going to have one iPhone out of the three models possibly releasing that will be completely revamped.

 

[Porco]

I probably won't be buying a new iPhone for a while but I do hope the new models satisfy those waiting for them. I am intrigued to see this new top-end one especially, and I certainly hope they don't have to put TouchID on the back.

I do like this wallpaper I have to say, anyone know where to get it ?

You're trying to find Nemo... ! Well it made me laugh anyway.

The highest res version I could find with a quick google was this:
http://d.5857.com/iphone8_170420/007.jpg

 

[44267547]

Protruding camera looks fugly

I can think of other things to be concerned with over a "Fugly Protruding camera." Like, how about not relocating the touch ID button to the back of the iPhone.

 

[consoleboi]

Of course there's no more delays. Apple paid $1 USD/per hour more to whip (literally) the workers

 

[chr1s60]

Either way regarding this launch, if Apple makes the rumored changes coming, pre-orders are going to be in extreme numbers. I anticipate some even receive their iPhones until well after the holidays. There's no doubt that Apple is going to have one iPhone out of the three models possibly releasing that will be completely revamped.

I can definitely see them having supple issues. That's why I like the idea of them doing two different pre-orders if they release two designs. Allow the standard phones to release 2-4 weeks before the pre-order for the newest model. If nothing else it would alleviate online congestion and in store crowding, but Apple seems to enjoy those two things, so maybe that won't happen.

 

[zahuh]

"Behind the the LCD models"
Extra "the"
I'm sorry. Yes, I'm that that annoying guy.

 

[actinide]

I do like this wallpaper I have to say, anyone know where to get it ?

Finding Nemo

 

[VulchR]

Let me guess - there will be an unavoidable delay in the fancy iPhone until ... the Christmas buying season.

 

[Bane-Thunder]

I'm currently using the Galaxy S8 love the Oled screen on this beast. But if Apple incorporate the OLED bezel-less design in the next iPhone my S8 is going on eBay loool

iOS is just such a more refined OS than Android. I like the freedom and options of android but the OS is no where close to iOS quality.

 

[Tech198]

I bet Apple likes a challenge

 

[consoleboi]

I'm currently using the Galaxy S8 love the Oled screen on this beast. But if Apple incorporate the OLED bezel-less design in the next iPhone my S8 is going on eBay loool

iOS is just such a more refined OS than Android. I like the freedom and options of android but the OS is no where close to iOS quality.

Why buy S8 in the first place? Everyone knew OLED iPhone was coming....

 

[Da_Hood]

I hate glass backed phones. iPhone 6 was my first Apple phone
1. The size was on par with my Xperia Z1
2. No glass back like my Z1.
Gave up photo quality, and IP rating to get away from a back susceptible to cracking. I hope the stainless frame was chosen for its resistance to torsional forces over looks.

 

[Tech198]

I think its probably due to a "cannot wait"..

I'd do the same if i cannot have it now.. u can keep waiting and waiting, but how long will u *have* to wait... that's the question. where there is a competitor that has is now.

While Apple eventually gets there, we have our limits as well.

 

[recoil80]

I can definitely see them having supple issues. That's why I like the idea of them doing two different pre-orders if they release two designs. Allow the standard phones to release 2-4 weeks before the pre-order for the newest model. If nothing else it would alleviate online congestion and in store crowding, but Apple seems to enjoy those two things, so maybe that won't happen.

My guess is they'll start preorders at the same time.
A few people will go for the 7s when they'll see shipping estimates for the 8, then a few months later they'll sell their 7s to buy a brand new model with OLED. That would be a huge win for Apple.
But I'm not really sure they'll release the 7s and 7s+.

 

[theluggage]

So, the consensus of the analysts, speculators and bedroom photoshoppers is that the iPhone 8 design is going to be a blatant knockoff of the Samsung Galaxy S8 - even down to the rear-mounted fingerprint sensor which seems to be about the only criticism of the S8 in reviews...?

I sincerely hope and expect that Apple are "thinking different".

If not, guys, please copy the S8's headphone socket and MicroSD slot while you're at it... (flap, oink!)

 

[VulchR]

If not, guys, please copy the S8's headphone socket and MicroSD slot while you're at it... (flap, oink!)

A micro SD slot would be nice, but it'll never happen on an iPhone.

 

[Paul6s]

Nothing new to me since the iPhone 6 Plus, I would pre- order the device at 3 in the morning (Eastern time) just to end up not getting it until late October.