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Technology Stocks : Apple Inc.
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To: david1951 who wrote (174030)9/10/2014 1:54:13 PM
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Wonder if Apple is stockpiling Sapphire Glass for use in later models.

Apple iPhone 6 Sans Sapphire: Time to Dump GTAT?

But why did Apple decide against sapphire, at least for now? The reason is likely related to the nature
of the material, which while being extremely hard and scratch-resistant is also less elastic. The lower
elasticity (or flexibility) makes it more susceptible to cracks that ultimately lead to breaks. This is
particularly true when screen sizes are larger, as in the latest iPhones.

The theory also holds water when you consider that the Apple Watch, also unveiled at the event,
will use sapphire glass. The smaller screen makes sapphire a better-suited material. In fact, many
high-end watches already use sapphire glass.

The high cost and low yields of producing suitable sapphire sheets could also have been a deterrent.

More at: finance.yahoo.com

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