
"Apple's iPhone 15 Pro to Benefit from TSMC's Defect-Free 3nm Chips, Saving Billions"
TSMC, the chip supplier for Apple, is reportedly not charging the tech giant for defective 3nm chips ahead of the launch of the iPhone 15 Pro. This is unusual as TSMC clients typically have to pay for all the dies, including defective ones. Apple's large orders allow it to absorb the cost of defective chips, helping TSMC fund research and development for new nodes. Additionally, Apple's orders enable TSMC to improve and scale up production more quickly. Once production issues are resolved, TSMC can demand higher prices from other customers and charge for defective dies.




