Apple is gearing up to launch the next generation of its smartphones in the form of the Apple iPhone 15 series in a few weeks, which will include the iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, and 15 Ultra or 15 Pro Max.

The upcoming smartphones are already in the mass production phase, but as per the new report, the Cupertino-based technology giant has slashed production because of supply-chain issues.

The report by Haitong International Securities analyst Jeff Pu claims that the forecast of the new iPhones has lowered from 83 million to 77 million units.

On the other hand, analysts from Mizuho Bank in Japan are now expecting 73 million units of the iPhone 15 series instead of 84 million. It also anticipates Apple to produce 217 million units of iPhones in 2023 instead of its earlier forecast of 227 million.

If the reports are to be believed, then Apple is expected to launch the iPhone 15 series smartphones in the month of September, with models being available for purchase from 22nd September, except for the iPhone 15 Pro Max (Ultra).

It is said that the launch of the 15 Pro Max could be delayed to October. This is being linked to Sony not being able to deliver enough camera sensors in time for this model. It’s noteworthy that the iPhone 15 Pro Max is expected to be the first iPhone to use a periscope lens.

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