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Apple unsure when more of the foldable devices will be available
BBC • • general
Key Points:
- Apple’s new foldable iPhone Duo, priced at $1,999, sold out quickly after release, with the company working to increase availability despite ongoing supply challenges.
- Some users reported screen cracking issues with the iPhone Duo, prompting Apple to offer replacements for affected devices, though the company has not publicly detailed the problem during its financial call.
- Apple reported record global iPhone sales over the past year, with a 17% increase to $57 billion in the quarter ending September 26, despite supply constraints affecting other product lines like iPads and wearables.
- Supply chain issues, especially shortages of advanced microprocessors and memory components, are expected to persist into next year, impacting iPads, Macs, and other devices.
- Rising demand for data storage driven by AI applications has contributed to increased costs for memory, adding pressure to Apple’s supply and production capabilities.
