'Apple Watch Series 7' mass-shipments to begin in late September after Apple fixes production issue, Kuo says

Apple partner suppliers are expected to start mass production of a next-generation "Apple Watch Series 7" in mid-September, with shipments expected to reach volume capacity later this month.

Apple has solved production issues that threatened to stunt wide availability of the company's new flagship wearable, according to TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.As previously reported, the issues were related to complications with new designs and technologies, specifically those related to the device's OLED panel. Apple is for the first time turning to an OLED G6 production line that can improve manufacturing efficiency and reduce panel cost, Kuo says. In addition, the panel module features a new cable design that uses a low injection pressure overmolding (LIPO) process that can enhance durability.

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