Apple to use three major suppliers for iPad 3's Retina display

Apple this week continues to align component suppliers for its third-generation iPad, now expected to launch sometime in early 2012, including three primary LCD makers and two backlight-unit suppliers, according to a new report.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 20

Apple nears trial production of high-res iPad 3 coming in early 2012

Apple is aligning with its far eastern component suppliers and manufacturers for a trial production of a high-resolution, third-generation iPad ahead of a planned launch in 2012, as the electronic maker looks to continue to outpace would-be rivals in the high-stakes tablet space, according to the Wall Street Journal.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 43

Apple again rumored to invest $1B in Sharp plant for iPhone, iPad LCDs

A rumor that Apple is planning to invest $1 billion in a new Sharp factory for building screens for its iPhone and iPad products has resurfaced, just days after a separate report claimed that the next-generation iPad has been delayed in part because of production constraints from the supplier.

Josh Ong 14 years ago 19

Rumor: Apple to begin 'iPhone 4S,' iPad 3 production in Sept for Oct launch

A new rumor claims Apple will begin production of a so-called "iPhone 4S," along with a new iPad model in the first week of September, on track for release in October.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 87

Apple begins trial production of A6 processor set to launch in 2012

Apple's next-generation A6 processor, expected to arrive in future versions of the iPad and iPhone, is said to have gone into trial production ahead of a launch expected in the first half of 2012.

Katie Marsal 14 years ago 44

Apple seen merging iOS, Mac OS X with custom A6 chip in 2012

Apple is looking to merge its iOS and Mac OS X operating systems into one unified platform for applications and cloud services as soon as next year starting with the MacBook Air, one Wall Street analyst believes.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 186

Rumor: Apple's iPhone 5 to launch during 2nd week of Sept., iPad 3 pushed back

A new unverified report suggests that Apple intends to release its next-generation iPhone between Sept. 6 and Sept. 15 with an initial shipment of 4 million units, while suggesting that component shortages may have delayed the release of the next iPad until after this year's Thanksgiving holiday.

Josh Ong 14 years ago 56

Apple adds 4 integrated circuit makers to iPad 3 supply chain - report

Apple is said to be vastly expanding its number of integrated circuit suppliers for an anticipated third-generation iPad, adding four companies from Taiwan to keep costs low.

Sam Oliver 14 years ago 13

LG, Samsung said to be working with Apple on high-def p-Si iPad 3 displays

LCD display makers LG and Samsung are said to be close to landing significant orders from Apple to produce high-resolution low temperature polysilicon 2048-by-1536-pixel displays for a third-generation iPad.

Katie Marsal 14 years ago 29

First photos of purported iPad 3 part could hint at material design changes

Photos showing what is claimed to be an internal component for a new, third-generation iPad have surfaced online, fueling speculation that an updated and redesigned model could launch this year.

Neil Hughes 14 years ago 19

Foxconn in talks to remain Apple's sole 'iPad 3' manufacturer in 2011 - rumor

Apple's manufacturing partner Foxconn is said to be working to persuade the company into signing a new deal that would make it the sole builder of a new iPad model, rumored to launch later this year.

Sam Oliver 14 years ago 34

Apple rumored to add second manufacturer for 'iPad 3' production this fall

Apple is said to be planning to add a second manufacturer this fall, in addition to Foxconn, in order to be able to produce a rumored third-generation iPad for launch this year.

Sam Oliver 14 years ago 78

Rumor: Apple may release 'iPad 2 Plus' with high-res display this year

If Apple does release a new iPad this year, it will be a high-end model with a greater pixel density display rather than an entirely new third-generation model, according to a new report.

Neil Hughes 14 years ago 107

Rumor: Suppliers preparing for October launch of Apple's iPhone 5, iPad 3

Apple's component suppliers in Taiwan are gearing up and preparing materials for the production of the iPhone 5 and iPad 3, set to hit the market in October, according to a new report.

Katie Marsal 14 years ago 107

Apple supply chain points to "iPhone 4S" in Sept., iPad 3 prototype in early 2012

A second investment research firm on Monday cited sources in Taiwan as indicating that Apple's fifth-generation iPhone will hit the market early in the third quarter and also did its part to pour cold water on rumors of an iPad 3 launch prior to next year and a low-cost iPhone in 2011.

Slash Lane 14 years ago 32

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