Samsung Monopolizes iPhone 15 OLED Displays After BOE Quality Issues

Samsung has secured monopoly on iPhone 15 OLED display orders after issues with Chinese supplier BOE.
Samsung increasing production volume and orders for parts much more than originally planned.
Samsung supplying LTPS displays for regular iPhone 15 models, while iPhone 15 Pro gets LTPO displays with ProMotion.
iPhone 15 models may get new display driver chip for improved power efficiency and battery life.
BOE's quality approval for 2023 iPhone displays remains uncertain after failing to secure initial iPhone 15 orders.

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