Highlights

• Foxconn has ramped up production for the iPhone 16 by adding 50,000 workers.
• Apple expects a significant increase in demand for the iPhone 16 due to advanced AI features. Leaks reveal that the iPhone 16 will come in five colours: Blue, Pink, White, Black, and Green.
• The anticipation for the iPhone 16 is high, with its AI capabilities expected to enhance user experience.

Foxconn, Apple’s main manufacturing partner, has significantly ramped up production for the upcoming iPhone 16, reports Korean Media.

The company has added 50,000 workers to its largest assembly plant in Zhengzhou, China, in anticipation of the increased demand expected this year.

This plant, often referred to as “iPhone City,” is responsible for around 80% of the world’s iPhone production.

The BusinessKorea reports sais, Taiwan’s Foxconn, Apple’s largest partner, has hired around 50,000 new workers at its Zhengzhou factory in China, local media including the China Business News reported on August 8. This significant recruitment drive comes as the factory ramps up production of the iPhone 16, which is scheduled for release in the second half of this year.”

“Late in July this year, Foxconn posted recruitment information on major job sites and social networking services (SNS) platforms, offering an increased hourly wage of up to 25 yuan (approximately 4,800 won). Additionally, the Zhengzhou factory has offered bonuses of up to 7,500 yuan, a notable increase from the 6,000 yuan bonus offered a month earlier,” the report further said.

To attract the necessary workforce, Foxconn has adopted the strategy of increasing both base pay and bonuses for recruits.

This move highlights the company’s preparation for the peak production period, which typically begins in August and continues through December to meet the demand during the iPhone’s September launch and the holiday shopping season.

Every year, Foxconn ramps up its recruitment efforts in July to hire seasonal workers who will help handle the surge in production.

This year is no exception, but the stakes seem even higher.

Apple is reportedly expecting a significant increase in demand for the iPhone 16, thanks to the introduction of advanced AI features that are expected to be a major selling point.

These features are currently only available on the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models, which could drive a larger number of users to upgrade to the iPhone 16.

New iPhone 16 Dummies Leaked in Hands-on Video

In the meantime, leaks and news about the iPhone 16 have been circulating non-stop.

A recent video by YouTuber Aaron Zollo provides an even more detailed look at the dummy units for the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, showcasing the five different colour options that will be available: Blue, Pink, White, Black, and Green.

This marks a shift from the iPhone 15 lineup, where Apple offered a yellow variant.

For the iPhone 16, the company has decided to replace yellow with white, which could appeal to users looking for a more classic and versatile colour option.

Korea To Be A Launch Country, Says Reports

Apple’s iPhone 16 unveiling is just around the corner, and a new report brings exciting news for Korean users.

For the first time since the iPhone 3GS, Apple is expected to include South Korea in the initial September launch wave.

This marks the first time in 15 years that South Korea will join the early release lineup.

Typically, the latest iPhones arrive in Korea weeks after the initial launch in other countries.

However, with the iPhone 16, Korean users will finally get the chance to be among the first to experience Apple’s latest flagship device.

Regarding the news, Nam Hyun-woo writes for The Korea Times, “Expectations are growing among Apple users in Korea as rumours suggest that Korea could be among the first regions for the iPhone 16 launch. Korean mobile carriers are not confirming whether the country is included in the list of first-release countries. However, several Korean media outlets have reported the early release as confirmed, citing unidentified sources.”

“These days, the Korean market is serving a role of a testbed for global brands, as its consumers are sensitive to trending items and do not hesitate to spend their money on goods they feel are valuable,” a telecom company official said.

“With the iPhone maintaining its market share, particularly among young Koreans, it seems more advantageous for Apple to release its new models in the Korean market and use positive early sales here as a marketing tool,” the official added.

iPhone 16 OLED Panel Suppliers Samsung and LGD Ramp Up Production Ahead of September Launch

Samsung Display and LG Display, Apple’s primary screen suppliers, have reportedly started manufacturing of OLED panels for the new iPhones at a great speed in preparation for the September launch.

The Korean outlet ETNews has reported that Apple has placed orders for approximately 123 million display units, for the estimated 90 million iPhone 16 shipments for this year.

Samsung Display has been tasked with producing 80 million units, while LG Display will supply 43 million panels.

The report suggests LG Display will benefit from this year’s production as it’s expected to increase production by more than 10 million units compared to last year.

Samsung’s overall unit numbers haven’t increased dramatically, it is is supplying a larger proportion of displays for the higher-end iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models.

These premium panels make up about 60% of Samsung’s Apple-bound production.

The increased order volume should increase Samsung & LG companies’ financial performance in the last quarter of 2024.

Apple iPhone 16 Specs

FAQs

Q1. What are the key new features of the iPhone 16?

Answer. The iPhone 16 will feature faster A18 chips, larger sizes for the Pro models (6.3″ and 6.9″), camera improvements, and new buttons like the Action button and Capture button12.

Q2. What is the Action button on the iPhone 16?

Answer. The Action button, previously only on the iPhone 15 Pro, will be available on all iPhone 16 models.

It can be customized for various functions like launching the camera, activating silent mode, or using shortcuts.

Q3. What colours will the iPhone 16 be available in?

Answer. The iPhone 16 will come in five colours: Blue, Pink, White, Black, and Green, replacing the yellow variant from the iPhone 15 lineup.

Q4. When is the iPhone 16 expected to be released?

Answer. The iPhone 16 is set to launch in September 2024, with production already ramped up to meet the anticipated high demand.

Q5. What advanced features are expected to drive demand for the iPhone 16?

Answer. The iPhone 16 will introduce advanced AI features, enhancing user experience with improved camera performance and more intuitive device interactions.

Q6. Why is Apple changing its launch location preference ?

Answer. It is speculated that iPhone’s decline in demand in the Chinese market may be another factor that Apple may want to allocate more iPhones for early release to Korea.

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