Doing so is typical for all kinds of manufacturing, not just in solar, because it takes time to make sure all of the pieces of equipment work well together and produce products without defects.

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However, if the licensors participate substantially in the design, manufacture, or distribution of such products, they can be held liable for defects in the products as if they were the manufacturer.

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Under such laws, manufacturers must actively anticipate and prevent defects in the products they produce and sell, warn consumers of dangers, and insure against the risk of injury to the public.

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Nevertheless, the combination of reports of increased pressure and coercion of workers in connection to this product and some reports of screen issues and defects in the shipped products last week, are not good signs for Apple.

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