Analysts have been reporting strong growth for the iPhone X, but that is contradicted by reports from several sources close to the component supply chain.
The launch push is over – limited by a shortage of difficult to manufacture components, shipping times quickly shot up to 4-5 weeks. Yields improved and the wait times dropped to 1-2 weeks. But now that the early adopter rush is over, it seems that demand is lagging behind the predictions.
With demand for key component not growing as strong as expected, the sources are concerned that Apple may reduce its iPhone X shipment target for…