In a surprising turn of events, it seems that China’s BOE is set to dominate the market for supplying OLED panels for Apple’s upcoming iPhone SE 4. This news comes after South Korea’s Samsung dropped out of the running due to Apple’s low pricing offers.
According to reports, a single 6.1-inch OLED panel costs around $30 at Samsung, while Apple managed to negotiate a deal for just $25 per unit. This offer from Apple was even lower than what Chinese manufacturers were asking for, making it a highly attractive option for the tech giant.
With Samsung out of the picture, BOE and Tianma are now left as the potential suppliers for the iPhone SE 4. However, industry insiders believe that BOE is likely to secure all orders for the highly anticipated device.
It seems that Samsung wasn’t heavily invested in the deal with Apple due to the low margins involved, ultimately leading to the end of negotiations between the two tech giants. This has opened up a significant opportunity for BOE to make a mark in the OLED panel market and potentially solidify its position as a key supplier for Apple.
As fans eagerly await the release of the iPhone SE 4, all eyes are on BOE to see how they will handle the high demand for their OLED panels. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story on ‘The Puck Drop’.
