Apple placing battery orders for iPhone 6

Apple is reportedly set to begin iPhone6 production, for which, it has already started placing battery orders.

The iPhone company is rounding on Asia-based supply chain for production of its next-generation smartphone.

Apple has placed orders with Simplo Technology and Desay Battery Technology related to the future iPhone, Cnet reported.

UBS analyst Steve Milunovich wrote in a research note that for the first time his checks indicated volume component orders for iPhone 6, adding that they expected significant component orders to begin in July, which is consistent with public availability of the device in late September or October.