MAKER OF SHINY TOYS Apple might face component supply shortages for its recently released Ipad 2 after the earthquake in Japan caused major disruptions for Japanese suppliers.
Apple could be missing several key parts for its tablet, including its electronic compass, battery and glass display, according to market research firm Isuppli.
The compass in particular will be difficult to replace. Yamaha, Aichi Steel, Alps and ST Microelectronics can all supply electronic compasses, but they cannot easily be replaced due to how sensitive they are. A complete redesign of the tablet could be required in order to use a different compass.
Five parts of the Ipad 2 come from Japanese suppliers, including NAND flash from Toshiba, DRAM from Elpida, the electronic compass from AKM Semiconductor, the display glass most likely from Asahi Glass and the battery from Apple's Japanese division.
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