The source notes Apple's supply chain will be intact for the initial ramp, though availability of select components, like in-cell touch-panels made by Sharp and LG, may be tight due to low yield rates. According to industry checks the two companies will be able to pump out a small number of panels and contribute to Japanese display maker JDI's already-growing stockpile which will stand at over 10 million units before the end of quarter three 2012. Overall, in-cell panel supply should reach between 14 to 18 million units in the third quarter, sufficient for the next-generation iPhone's rollout.
As for the smartphone's metal and glass case, up-chain suppliers suggest only two color ways will be available: black and white. The insider goes on to say the images of purportedly leaked assembled externals are "very likely authentic" and notes the metal top and bottom of the uni-body casing may feature a Gorilla Glass inlay for heat dissipation and cellular reception. The design has never been seen before and may negate the wireless connectivity issues Apple faced with the iPhone 4.
Full:http://iphone.appleinsider.com/articles/12/08/02/next_gen_iphone_to_launch_in_sept_despite_reported_component_shortage.html?partner=skygrid
