A Korean media report citing Apple supply‑chain officials in Korea and Taiwan says Apple has resolved hinge issues and will begin mass production of the iPhone Ultra in late July, paving the way for a September unveiling alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. The report frames this as another confirmation after recent conflicting claims about whether the Ultra’s launch would be delayed.
According to the sources, Apple has finalized “key specifications” for the iPhone Ultra — including the display, case and “mechanical components” — and is in the preparation phase for volume production. Foxconn is reported to be responsible for the initial production run, following a first‑round trial production carried out in April.
The piece emphasizes that hinge‑related problems that had previously been cited as a potential cause for delay have allegedly been fixed, allowing the production timetable to move forward. The late‑July start for mass production would align component supply and assembly timelines with a September announcement window.
Despite the stronger signals that the Ultra will be ready by September, the report stops short of confirming the retail release date. It remains unclear whether the iPhone Ultra will ship at the same time as the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, though the likelihood of the Ultra being announced at the same September event appears to be increasing.
The new report joins a string of contradictory stories on the Ultra’s schedule; until Apple issues an official statement, these supply‑chain accounts should be treated as informed but unconfirmed indications of the company’s plans.
Original Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/heres_when_apple_is_starting_mass_production_of_the_iphone_ultra-news-73425.php
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Publish Date: 2026-06-25 00:30:00
