The iPhone 18 Pro could be in short supply soon after its launch, according to a report. This is particularly troublesome considering Apple is said to be saving the base iPhone 18 model for next year.
Supply of the iPhone 18 Pro may be constrained at launch due to wider component shortages. A lack of DRAM could make it harder to get the Apple handset, which is expected to be unveiled in September.
Production of Apple’s A20 Pro processor is progressing well, but there’s a backlog on the DRAM side. About $1 billion worth of Apple processors are sitting around waiting for DRAM before the next phase of production can begin.
Apple and its manufacturing partners are confident that they can meet initial demand but have concerns that post-launch inventory will quickly deplete. This could lead to a shortage of the iPhone 18 Pro soon after its launch.
The fact that Apple is reportedly not planning to introduce a base iPhone 18 model this year could make this issue worse. Instead, the company is expected to only debut the higher-end iPhone 18 models and its long-rumored foldable iPhone Ultra during its usual September keynote.
The base iPhone 18 and lower-cost Air 2 are said to be slated for 2027. Therefore, your only options for new iPhones this year will very likely be the more expensive iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max and iPhone Ultra.
It is possible that Apple is taking a cautious approach to the launch, given the component shortages. By limiting the number of models available, the company may be able to better manage demand and avoid disappointing customers.
The company is expected to hold this year’s fall iPhone event either on Wednesday, September 8 or Thursday, September 9, right after the Labour Day holiday. We should find out an exact date and time soon.
The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to be a major release for Apple, with several new features and upgrades. Despite the potential for supply constraints, the company is likely to generate significant buzz and excitement around the launch, such as the debut of a new drama series on streaming services.
As the launch date approaches, Apple will likely provide more information about the iPhone 18 Pro and its availability. For now, customers can only wait and see how the launch will play out.
They will likely provide updates on the iPhone 18 Pro.
