iPhone 6 orders boost Pegatron's 2014 net profits to $466.8 million

Pegatron saw annual net profits rise 53.4 percent to $466.8 million U.S. in 2014, according to a quarterly results announcement made on Monday, boosted by a growing share of the Apple's supply chain including the hugely popular iPhone 6.

Roger Fingas 11 years ago 0

Apple supplier Pegatron plans changes after BBC report on worker mistreatment

In response to a BBC investigation alleging mistreatment of workers at one of its factories, Apple partner Pegatron has vowed to look into the matter and implement any necessary improvements.

Katie Marsal 11 years ago 23

Existing Apple suppliers say GT Advanced promised too much, didn't diversify enough

In the wake of the collapse of sapphire maker GT Advanced Technologies, longtime members of Apple's supply chain have characterized the iPhone maker as a tough but fair partner who offers component makers a chance at success, provided they take proper precautions.

Neil Hughes 11 years ago 45

iPhone 5c & iPad mini assembler Pegatron sees earnings rise 22%

Pegatron, the main assembler for both the iPhone 5c and iPad mini, saw its earnings grow 22 percent in the first quarter, potentially signaling strong sales of Apple's low-end iOS devices.

Neil Hughes 12 years ago 39

Apple supplier Pegatron uses facial recognition to weed out underage workers

In the midst of a scandal surrounding the death of a 15-year-old employee at one of the company's Shanghai factories, Apple manufacturing partner Pegatron has revealed that it uses advanced facial recognition technology to ensure workers are who they say they are.

Shane Cole 12 years ago 3

Apple's own medical experts say death at Pegatron not related to working conditions

Following the death of a 15-year-old Pegatron worker who falsified documents related to his age, Apple dispatched its own medical experts to the factory in question to conduct an investigation, and came to the conclusion that the boy's death was not related to working conditions.

Neil Hughes 12 years ago 27

Apple supplier Pegatron under fire after 'several' more employee deaths, including alleged child worker

The recent unexplained deaths of 'at least five' workers — including a 15-year-old-boy — employed at mainland Chinese factories owned by contract manufacturer Pegatron have once again shone a spotlight on labor practices at the OEM.

Shane Cole 12 years ago 22

Alleged cuts to iPhone 5c orders cited as Apple supplier Pegatron's profits disappoint

The launch of the iPhone 5c helped push Pegatron to record revenues last quarter, but pressure on margins and rumors of alleged order cuts for Apple's new plastic-backed handset have caused concern for the supplier.

Neil Hughes 12 years ago 41

Apple vows to investigate labor violations alleged in China Labor Watch report

Apple on Monday issued a statement promising to look into claims that its supplier Pegatron has been requiring employees to work excessive hours without adequate compensation.

AppleInsider Staff 12 years ago 16

Labor report reveals low-cost plastic iPhone in initial production at Pegatron

A new plastic iPhone is currently being tested Apple supplier Pegatron, and will soon go into mass production and hit the market, one factory worker claims.

AppleInsider Staff 12 years ago 36

Apple supplier Pegatron accused of violating Chinese labor regulations

An Apple supplier is once again in the crosshairs of the China Labor Group, a New York-based labor rights watchdog that now alleges wage and safety violations at multiple plants owned by iPhone and iPad partner manufacturer Pegatron.

Mikey Campbell 12 years ago 18

Pegatron CEO: Apple's 'low-cost iPhone' will not be cheap

Speaking at his company's shareholders meeting on Thursday, Pegatron CEO T.H. Tung said Apple's much rumored low cost iPhone won't be a budget offering, seemingly confirming speculation that the handset will be sold as a higher-end middle tier device.

AppleInsider Staff 12 years ago 70

Apple reportedly looking to Pegatron in supply chain diversification away from Foxconn

Apple is reported to be bolstering ties with partner supplier Pegatron, while at the same time lessening its reliance on manufacturing monolith Foxconn, which up to now has been responsible for producing a bulk of the Cupertino company's devices.

Mikey Campbell 13 years ago 37

Pegatron CEO refutes report about waning demand for Apple's iPad mini

While a report about Apple supplier Pegatron this week claimed demand for the iPad mini has been softening, the company's CEO has revealed in a follow-up that he said nothing of the sort.

Neil Hughes 13 years ago 32

Apple supplier Pegatron says revenues hit by waning demand for iPad mini

Demand for Apple's iPad mini may be slackening, as a major component supplier for the small tablet has forecast a considerable drop in its revenue.

Kevin Bostic 13 years ago 35

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