Apple is reportedly adjusting its manufacturing expectations for the future iPhone 18 Pro, asking supply chain partners to reduce production orders by as much as 20%.
According to recent reports, surging memory component costs are placing pressure on the tech giant's supply chain. Even with a wide array of expected hardware upgrades planned for the flagship device, rising component expenses appear to be heavily influencing early manufacturing targets.
The global mobile chip and memory market continues to grapple with shifting cost structures. As key components grow more expensive, major smartphone vendors face tough decisions regarding production volume, profit margins, and overall device economics.
For more details on the reported supply chain cuts, check the original report on Wccftech.
