Analysts say Apple Inc. customers will have to wait a few weeks to get their hands on the new iPhone 13, as supply chain delays and strong demand have led to one of the longest waiting times for the phone in recent years.
Analysts see the delivery time for Apple iPhones as one of the steps to measure demand for the new phone after launch. But this year, before it hits tech companies during the festive season, it is shedding light on supply chain issues.
Analysts at JPMorgan and Credit Suisse say customers around the world who have already ordered new models online should wait more than four weeks for the iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max and basically the iPhone 13 for two weeks.
In the United States, with more than a third of iPhone shipments, the iPhone 13 series delivery time was 19 to 34 days in the second week, 7 to 20 days in the first week, both longer than the lead times. Series for iPhone 12.
Apple was not immediately available for comment on delivery delays.
“Although the expansion in lead times is due to supply chain constraints, we still see material growth during the second week as a strong indicator of improvement, perhaps low. The investor is looking forward to the launch, ”said JPMorgan analyst Samic Chatterjee.
Apple’s partners Verizon, Vodafone UK and Best Buy responded to customers’ comments on Twitter, citing high demand and product issues. Many users of social media have also pointed out the delays.
Delay delivery for iPhone 13 pro max I can also cancel! They are talking (until) October 30, ”a user said on Twitter.
On Sunday, several Apple and Tesla Inc. suppliers blocked production to comply with strict energy consumption policies at some Chinese factories, endangering the supply chain for high-end electronics.
Priced between $ 699 and $ 1,599, the iPhone 13 has a clear camera, a new bionic chip and an improved connection. Available for pre-booking starting September 17th.
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