Apple on Sunday (local time) said that it has temporarily reduced iPhone 14 production because of COVID-19 restrictions at its assembly plant in China.
Apple said that it will ship fewer units, and customers will have to wait longer. “The facility is currently operating at significantly reduced capacity,” Apple’s statement read.
It means that iPhone 14 shipments could be impacted ahead of the Christmas shopping season.
The move will significantly impact Apple’s quarterly sales and make it harder for consumers to get their hands on Apple’s high-end models.
“We continue to see strong demand for iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max models,” said Apple press release.
“However, we now expect lower iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max shipments than we previously anticipated and customers will experience longer wait times to receive their new products,” it added.(ANI)
