Corning CEO Wendell Weeks recalls Steve Jobs’ ‘threat’ that convinced his company to manufacture iPhone screens

Steve Jobs’ forceful demand convinced Corning CEO Wendell Weeks to manufacture the original iPhone’s glass screen in 2007. Jobs warned Weeks he would “eviscerate” him if Corning’s fear prevented the launch of a historic product. This pivotal decision led to a long-standing partnership, with Corning now benefiting from a $2.5 billion Apple investment for US-based cover glass production.