Specifically, sources with information about the situation say that Samsung had already begun moving out the production of its Galaxy A series smartphone to a Chinese third-party manufacturer named Wingtech. For those unaware, Wingtech is one of multiple ODMs that exists within China. Hired by major smartphone brands like Huawei to sometimes mass-produce entry-level smartphones. Samsung’s decision to outsource the production of its Galaxy A series is essentially a gamble; it runs the risks of its product not being made up to its internal standards. Something it cannot afford, especially after its explosive Galaxy Note 7 debacle in 2016.
Having said that, the brand may not have a choice moving forward, especially after it officially shut down its Huizhou factory more than a couple of months ago. At the height of its operation, the factory housed more than 6000 employees and produced up to 63 million smartphones. (Source: Reuters via SamMobile)
