Apple's mini LED MacBook Pro may not be delayed after all

This is according to a new supply chain report from DigiTimes, which claims that TSMT, a key vendor in the production of Apple's mini LED displays, has been able to adjust its production technology to increase yields

This is good news It was previously reported that there would be delays in mini LED displays designed for the upcoming MacBook Pro and 129-inch iPad Pro 2021 This is one of the side effects of the ongoing global chip shortage, which is affecting almost all production From automobiles to PS5 and Xbox Series X consoles

According to DigiTimes, "Due to PCB and adhesive material issues, TSMT's surface mount yield rate for miniLED backlights was not high enough to begin with After changing suppliers of PCBs and adhesive materials, TSMT has now increased its yield rate to over 95%, the source noted [The global chip shortage appears to be continuing, which is good news for Apple fans Fortunately, Apple is coping well with the problem, and this report suggests that the company's supply chain is proving to be quite versatile when needed

The upcoming mini LED MacBook Pro will include 14-inch and 16-inch models Both models are currently expected to feature new screens, along with the return of the Apple M2 chip and MagSafe charger; Apple is also expected to announce a new design that eliminates the Touch Bar and brings back the HDMI port and SD card slot

The iPad Pro 2021 is currently available for pre-order and will go on general release later this month, featuring the Apple M1 chip, optional 5G, an all-new optional Magic Keyboard, and all the other features one would expect from an iPad Pro 129-inch model only, will feature a mini LED display

Hopefully the global chip shortage will not manifest itself in a completely different way, whether it affects MacBooks, iPads, or other Apple products, and we must avoid a situation where expensive Apple devices are sold at unreasonable prices