Apple’s recent earnings call revealed that the Mac Studio and Mac Mini will likely remain in short supply for several months. CEO Tim Cook stated, “We think, looking forward, that the Mac mini and Mac Studio may take several months to reach supply demand balance.” This shortage stems from an underestimation of demand for these devices.
Cook emphasized the capabilities of both models, noting they are “amazing platforms for AI and agentic tools,” and acknowledged that customer recognition of their potential has grown faster than anticipated. As a result, demand has surged beyond Apple’s expectations.
Shipping delays for the Mac mini and Mac Studio have been increasing, with some configurations experiencing wait times extending into months. Notably, Apple has halted sales of the Mac Studio with 512GB RAM and stopped accepting orders for certain higher RAM models. Currently, the base Mac mini is marked as “Currently Unavailable” on Apple’s online store due to stock depletion.
Shipping Delays and RAM Shortage
Recent reports indicate that delivery estimates for many Mac mini and Mac Studio configurations, particularly those with upgraded RAM, are now as long as 4-5 months. This delay is attributed to a global shortage of memory chips, driven by increased demand from companies developing AI servers that require substantial RAM.
Out of Stock Configurations
As of mid-April, specific Mac mini configurations with upgraded 32GB or 64GB of RAM, along with Mac Studio models featuring 128GB or 256GB of RAM, are listed as “currently unavailable” on Apple’s online store. This indicates that these configurations cannot be ordered at this time.
Future Expectations
Looking ahead, Apple anticipates “significantly higher memory costs” in the upcoming June quarter, which may further impact the availability and pricing of these devices. The company is actively working to address these supply chain challenges but acknowledges the ongoing constraints.
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