For iPhone 16 Pro Tetraprism Lenses, Apple selects LG Innotek.

LG Innotek is the only supplier of the tetraprism lenses for the iPhone 16 Pro.

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iPhone 16 Pro gains 5x zoom from iPhone 15 Pro Max.

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The lens supply contract is exclusive to LG Innotek at the outset.

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Initial stock accounts for more than half of all iPhone 16 Pro models.

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After the initial lot, Foxconn and Cowell will be added as suppliers too.

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The addition of suppliers will help to reduce manufacturing costs for Apple.

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It's not clear why Apple didn’t go with all three companies from the start.

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Expansion in lens fabrication is scheduled for later in 2024.

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