The iPhone Supply Chain

Micron makes the flash Dialog semiconductors makes the power ST Microelectronics California, US Apple designs memory makes the management components accelerometers and gyroscope the iPhone at its Texus Instruments headquarters in California. It sends makes the out orders for parts to dozens of companies all around the globe. touchscreen controller ITALY USA TIAWAN, Samsung makes memory and applications Cirus Logic makes the audio controller processor SOUTH KOREA GERMANY Murata makes the Bluetooth and WiFi components Infineon makes the phone network components The iPhone supply chain Shenzhen, China iPhones are assembled in China by Taiwanese manufacturer Foxconn. As China becomes more economically developed, the rising cost of labour, energy and property could put pressure on Apple's margins. find out more at thegatewayonline.com the gateway Sources: Apple, IHS iSuppli, IDC Worldwide JAPAN