Over the weekend, a few new developments in the ongoing iPhone 8 rumor mill have emerged. The Foxconn vice president posted to his public social feed that the iPhone 8 will not be cheap. This high price point is due to the failure rate of the OLED displays, which is currently hitting 40% due to the ‘special design’ of the new iPhone 8 screen. This design takes the form of the notch/forehead display already leaked by Apple itself earlier this year.
Challenges with OLED Displays
The OLED display technology, while offering superior color accuracy and deeper blacks compared to traditional LCD screens, is notoriously difficult to manufacture. The unique design of the iPhone 8’s screen, which includes a notch at the top for housing the front-facing camera and other sensors, adds an extra layer of complexity. This notch design has been a significant talking point among tech enthusiasts and has set the iPhone 8 apart from its predecessors and competitors.
The 40% failure rate in OLED display production is a substantial hurdle. This high failure rate means that nearly half of the screens produced are not meeting Apple’s stringent quality standards, leading to increased production costs. These costs are inevitably passed on to the consumer, contributing to the higher price point of the iPhone 8.
New Color Options and Design
In addition to the technical challenges, there have been rumors about new aesthetic choices for the iPhone 8. Pictures have been published that apparently show the new iPhone 8 copper gold casing. Although the validity of the image pictured above is not clear, it has sparked considerable interest. As always, it’s wise to take these leaks with a pinch of salt until Apple officially unveils their new iPhone 8 next month during September 2017.
Rumors suggest that alongside the traditional black and white cases, Apple will also be introducing a new copper gold finish for the iPhone 8. This new color option is expected to appeal to a broad range of consumers looking for a fresh and unique look. The copper gold finish could potentially become a new trendsetter in the smartphone market, much like the rose gold option did in previous years.
The anticipation for the iPhone 8 is building, and the introduction of new color options only adds to the excitement. Consumers are eager to see how Apple will innovate not just in terms of technology but also in design and aesthetics.
What to Expect from the iPhone 8
As we approach the official launch, more details about the iPhone 8 are expected to surface. In addition to the OLED display and new color options, other rumored features include wireless charging, an improved dual-lens camera system, and enhanced biometric security measures such as facial recognition. These features, combined with the new design, are expected to make the iPhone 8 one of the most advanced smartphones on the market.
The iPhone 8 is also rumored to feature a glass back, which would facilitate wireless charging. This design choice harks back to the iPhone 4 and 4s, which also featured glass backs. The move to glass is seen as a necessary step to enable the new wireless charging technology, which is expected to be a significant selling point for the device.
As soon as more details are made available, we will keep you up-to-date as always. The iPhone 8 promises to be a significant leap forward in smartphone technology, and the excitement surrounding its release is palpable.
Source: 9to5mac
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