Replies to post #239434 on Liquidmetal Technologies Inc (LQMT)

[jackinthegreen]

Pure speculation, but it seems like they’ve only been talking about Liquidmetal till now - I’m guessing they’re having production and/or cost issues with our material - the titanium sounds like a backup plan. It would be a definite fumble for us if they go with titanium.

[jackinthegreen]

Apple drives hard bargains with suppliers. They’re notorious.

https://www.eetimes.com/apples-supply-chain/

[jackinthegreen]

‘delayed by ongoing pricing negotiations with manufacturing partners and an unresolved decision over hinge materials. Apple is said to be choosing between liquid metal, which could improve durability and reduce creasing, and a 3D-printed titanium alloy, with a final decision expected during the Production Validation Test phase in July or early August. Meanwhile, unresolved cost discussions with its assembly partner could further impact the production schedule.’

Sounds like Apple is playing hardball - trying to get the price down on Liquidmetal.

https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/07/foldable-iphone-delays-could-push-launch-into-2027/