The new iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max are expected to allow Sony and other camera suppliers of Apple to generate more money. Ming-Chi Kuo shared this speculation in his latest blog post.

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Apple Inc.'s iPhone 11, iPhone11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max smartphones are displayed in the Apple Marunouchi store on September 20, 2019 in Tokyo, Japan. Apple launched the latest iPhone 11 models featuring a dual-camera system today.

The reliable Apple analyst said that Apple is now using a new chip structural method to increase the sales of its high-tier iPhone models.

"Structural changes for iPhone's high-end camera supply chain / iPhone's high-end camera supply chain," said Kuo via his official Twitter announcement.

He added that Sony, Largan, and LG Innotek are included among the camera suppliers to experience the revenue benefits offered by higher-tier Apple smartphones.

iPhone 14 Pro, Pro Max To Benefit Sony, Other Camera Suppliers

According to Phone Arena's latest report, the advanced Apple A16 chipset will be exclusive to the new iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max units, which are expected to arrive around September.

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Apple CEO Tim Cook speaks on-stage during a product launch event at Apple's headquarters in Cupertino, California on September 10, 2019. - Apple unveiled its iPhone 11 models Tuesday, touting upgraded, ultra-wide cameras as it updated its popular smartphone lineup and cut its entry price to $699.

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Kuo explained that Apple would use this new structural method to make more profits from its iPhone Pro models. The tech enthusiasts added that this production change could lead to a shipment proportion of 55% to 60%.

This is quite higher compared to 2021's iPhone shipment proportion (40%-50%). On the other hand, the year-on-year growth of camera lenses of Sony (CIS), Alps (VCM/OIS), LG Innotek (CCM), and Largan (lens), are expected to be 15% to 35% each.

Why New iPhone Structural Method May Disappoint You 

While other manufacturers will definitely benefit from Apple's new iPhone structural method, consumers may be somehow disappointed. 

This is because non-Pro iPhone models are now expected to be integrated with a-year-old SoCs. For example, if Apple started using its new structural technique back in 2021, then the base model of the iPhone 13 will only have the older A14 Bionic chipset. 

Meanwhile, the iPhone 13 Pro versions will have the more advanced A15 SoCs. Now, Kuo is expecting this chipset exclusivity to be integrated into the next-gen iPhones. 

Of course, taking the Apple analyst's statements with a grain of salt is still important since the tech giant manufacturer hasn't confirmed this alleged structural change. 

If you want to see further details about Ming-Chu Kuo's latest rumor about the upcoming iPhone 14 Pro models, you can visit his official Medium blog post. 

On the other hand, rumors claim that iPhone 14's selfie camera will have some major enhancements. 

Meanwhile, the new Apple M2 is expected to be integrated into next-gen Mac Mini models. 

For more news updates about the iPhone 14 Pro and other new Apple gadgets, always keep your tabs open here at TechTimes.  

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Written by: Griffin Davis