The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Apple has slashed it’s component orders in half due to weak demand for the iPhone 5.

I for one am not convinced the iPhone 5 is not selling. I’m sure it is but there is more competition from Samsung, Google, Sony, HTC, Nokia and others.

Either Apple ordered too much to ensure demand was met at Xmas or its just on a natural curve downwards as initial excitement and sales peaks have been accomplished.

The other option is the iPhone is moving towards a 6 monthly refresh cycle and maybe a newer screen size or alternative screen size.

When Apple releases its sales data all will be revealed. So what do you think?