Apple iPhone 14 shipments may face delay due to China-Taiwan tension

Apple is all set to launch its next-generation of iPhones – the iPhone 14 – which is the most anticipated smartphone range. According to a new report, the upcoming iPhone 14 will likely be delayed due to rising tensions between China and Taiwan.

Apple is reportedly its main TSMC customer, and the company supplies chips to its Pegatron in China, where its iPhones are assembled. US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan further soured relations between China and Taiwan. As a result, the CCP has come up with new regulations forbidding any mention of “Taiwan” or “Republic of China” in shipping documents.

Apple iPhone 14 shipments may face delay due to China-Taiwan tension

Furthermore, Pelosi was seen with Pegatron Vice Chairman Jason Chen as well as executives from TSMC. The US seems to be caught in what appears to be a trade war between China and Taiwan. But, how does this tie in with the iPhone 14’s production? For those in the dark, Taiwanese semiconductor firm TSMC manufacture’s Apple’s chipsets. Meanwhile, China supplies the bulk of Apple’s components.

Apple, along with other OEMs, have already suffered shipment delays due to component shortage caused by COVID-19 lockdowns in China and then by Ukraine-Russia tension. In order to avoid further disruptions, Apple has also told its suppliers to make a contingency plan to avoid further supply chain disruptions, as per the report. Recently, a report said that Apple plans to ship its iPhone 14 simultaneously from factories in China and India.

Apple iPhone 14 shipments may face delay due to China-Taiwan tension

Recently, a report said that Apple plans to ship its iPhone 14 simultaneously from factories in China and India. On the microblogging site Twitter, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said his latest survey indicates Foxconn’s iPhone production site in India will ship the new 6.1-inch iPhone 14 almost simultaneously with China for the first time in the second half of 2022 (India being one quarter or more behind in the past). This year’s iPhone lineup will likely include the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Max, and the 6.7-inch iPhone 14 Pro Max.

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

More like this

The Best MacBooks in India under 1 lakh INR...

Best MacBooks in India under 1 lakh INR: From students to professionals to casual users or someone...
iPhone Prices

iPhone Prices Could Soar to $2,300 in the U.S....

iPhone Prices : In a dramatic move shaking up global tech markets, U.S. President Donald Trump announced...
iPhone

India exported iPhones to US more than ever this...

India's bumper export of iPhones to US: Imagine walking into a bustling tech store in Mumbai, the...

Apple May Expand iPhone Production in Brazil: All We...

Following sharp declines in Apple’s stock triggered by escalating US-China trade tensions, a report from Brazilian outlet...
Appl

Apple’s Dream of an All-Glass iPhone Lives On: New...

Apple has never been shy about pushing design boundaries, but a newly granted U.S. patent shows just...

LATEST NEWS

The Ultimate Cleaning Companion: Portronics MopCop4 Transforms How Indians Clean Their Homes and Cars

Portronics MopCop4 Launched: Have you ever found yourself struggling to clean those hard-to-reach corners under your sofa? Or perhaps you’ve experienced the frustration of...

India’s Finest: How S8UL Made History with Their Third Straight Pokémon Unite World Championship Qualification

In a spectacular display of skill, determination, and sheer resilience, S8UL has once again proven why they’re considered India’s esports powerhouse. After a nail-biting...

Samsung May Ditch Built-In S Pen to Boost Battery Life

The Galaxy S25 Ultra continues to ship with a 5,000mAh battery—a capacity Samsung has used for several generations. This lack of improvement has sparked...

Motorola Set to Enter India’s Laptop Market with Bold New Lineup

Motorola, long known for its legacy in mobile phones, is gearing up to make a bold move into India’s competitive laptop space. Now, the...

Featured