Micro-LED Apple Watch Ultra Launch Delayed to 2027

Supply chain issues and high production costs push the anticipated micro-LED upgrade for the Apple Watch Ultra beyond previous estimates.

The launch of the micro-LED Apple Watch Ultra, initially expected as early as 2024, has been pushed back to 2027 or later due to supply chain constraints and high production costs.
Apple faces challenges in reducing the high cost of micro-LED screens, with production costs estimated to be four times higher than current OLED displays.
The upgrade to micro-LED technology promises improved brightness, color accuracy, longevity, and power efficiency over OLED, but also comes with a significant price increase.
Apple has been working on micro-LED technology for over a decade, acquiring specialist LuxVue in 2014, but has yet to finalize the component supply chain for the Apple Watch.
The delay could impact Apple's revenue, as the high cost of micro-LED displays might push the retail price of the Apple Watch Ultra to a level that could deter potential buyers.