Pass on Apple to Find iPad 3 Parts Suppliers or Reduce Price to Counter Tablet Players

Although the iPad 2 was only a few months old since it was launched, it is reported that Apple has begun to look for the necessary parts of the iPad 3.

According to industry sources, Apple has begun to certify parts required for the iPad 3, and many Chinese Taiwanese hardware manufacturers have begun sampling according to Apple’s needs. In addition, this source also pointed out that Taiwanese company Ruiyi Opto's LED backlight components have been certified by Apple, and it is reported that backlight module and light bars manufacturers have also obtained certification.

Another component that must be certified is the touch screen panel. In the past, Samsung and LG have been suppliers of Apple panels. However, there are reports that Apple may cooperate with Taiwan-based panel maker Chi Mei in this iPad 3. , Currently we are in the process of certification for panels manufactured by Chi Mei.

As for the rumors that Apple may adopt the Samsung AMOLED panel on the iPad 3, there are reports citing sources that Apple is likely to continue to use the 9.7-inch LCD screen used by the previous two generations of iPads. As Samsung and Apple are still arguing over patent infringement lawsuits, the two companies are unlikely to continue to cooperate in the short term.

Relevant parts makers said that the iPad 3 will be available in 2012, which is roughly the same time as the outside world expected. However, some Taiwan parts suppliers believe that Apple will lower iPad 3 prices to compete with other flat opponents.