Why does Apple take so long to ship?

Apple Inc. shoppers are facing longer wait times for the company's flagship MacBook Pro laptops, a sign that Covid-19 lockdowns in China may be contributing to delays. U.S. consumers trying to order Apple's latest high-end models are now seeing delivery estimates pushed into June.

Does Apple really take that long to ship?

Most products you can buy from Apple will take 1-3 days to be delivered. However, there are times when you can get things delivered sooner – and there are times when delivery will take considerably longer.

How long does it take Apple to ship to you?

Standard Shipping — Free on all products. Delivers within 7 business days after shipping. Expedited Shipping — Delivers within 4 business days after shipping.

Does Apple really take 3 weeks to ship?

Apple processes orders in approximately 45 minutes from the time you place your order. In stock products take the least amount of time and can be shipped on the same day or the following business day. Custom configurations can take one to four weeks, depending on the demand.

Why does Apple take so long to process orders 2021?

Right now there are worldwide shortages and huge shipping delays, so you can expect it to take longer. If Apple gave you an arrival date, the process will change to shipping about 2 - 3 days before that. As far as I know, this usually depends on the available carrier in your area.

Apple Shipping: Order Stuck at “Processing”

Is ordering from Apple Safe?

I have ordered from Apple online for years and have never had a problem. I have helped others do the same. Apple does require a signature at time of delivery, meaning someone has to be at home to sign. There is a process for pre-signing and leaving paper attached to door.

Where do Apple products ship from?

Because most Apple products are Assembled in, and shipped from China. Apple has used Chinese contractors to actually assemble their devices for many years now. Foxconn is the primary contractor for iPhones. Interestingly, many other name brand companies contract their devices with many of these same companies.

What shipper does Apple use?

Apple uses FedEx and Ups for shipping its products. By doing so, the company guarantees that its products arrive fast and safely to their destinations. Nevertheless, you can't choose the carrier used to ship your order, instead, they are determined by the product availability and whether they are customized or not.

Does Apple ship iPhones by air or sea?

Apple almost certainly ships by air, despite the higher logistics costs, for two reasons. First is the cost of working capital. Ocean shipments take 30 days or more to cross the Pacific and reach their final destination in Apple's retail stores, versus just 3-5 days for air freight.

What happens if I miss my Apple delivery?

They usually try a couple of times if delivery can not be made. Typically the carrier will try to deliver three times. You can also call the contact number for the carrier (check their web site) and ask them about redelivery or possibly make arrangements for them to hold it at the depot and you can pick it up.

Do Apple products ever come early?

For example I just checked a famous zip code 90210 and one popped up, though may not be the color/size you want. But in regards to your shipping question my friend had estimated delivery of Oct. 6th - Oct 11th and he did receive his iPhone few days earlier so yes its possible.

How do I track my Apple product?

Check Order Status

It's easy to check the status of your order. First, visit your Order Listing(Opens in a new window) page and enter your Apple ID and password. Once you sign in, select an item to view your order details. On your order details page, a progress bar and status message display next to each of your items.

Will there be an iPhone 13 mini?

Introduced on September 14, 2021, the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini are Apple's newest flagship iPhones at the more affordable end, and are being sold alongside the more expensive iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max. The iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini are ideal for those who don't need pro-level camera features.

Does iPhone 13 have fingerprint?

Unfortunately, the short answer is no. As convenient as it would be for Apple to integrate Touch ID into an iPhone along with the usual Face ID sensors, that's simply not the case. There's no fingerprint sensor underneath the screen, nothing in the power button, or anywhere else on the phone.

Is there an iPhone 14?

The iPhone 14 is due to launch in 2022... iPhone 14 isn't due out until September, but the excitement is already starting to build. Apple hasn't officially confirmed the existence of its next smartphone but the internet is awash with iPhone 14 rumours and talk of a "complete redesign".

What is the smallest iPhone?

iPhone 12 Mini – The iPhone 12 Mini is the smallest iPhone Apple has released in many generations. The iPhone 12 Mini has a 5.4in OLED display, making it smaller than the iPhone X, the iPhone XR, the iPhone XS, and the iPhone 11 Pro.

Can Apple brick a stolen iPhone?

If a law enforcement officer contacts Apple, as long as they have the serial number of the device, Apple can and will upon law enforcement request permanently brick the device and render it permanently useless through software.

Does Apple block stolen iPhones?

When you mark your device as lost, you remotely lock it with a passcode, keeping your information secure. This also disables Apple Pay on the missing device. And you can display a custom message with your contact information on the missing device.

Can Apple track stolen AirPods?

Can Apple Track Stolen AirPods For You? Apple cannot track stolen AirPods. Even if you can provide the AirPods serial number, sadly this is not enough for them to be located. The only way to track them is using your iPhone if you have it with you, with the AirPods still in range.

How accurate is Apple delivery dates?

They're fairly accurate and as the shipping date gets closer you'll get an email that its been shipped. More often then not, I've seen my orders leave on or before the estimated date and rarely after that date.

Why does my Apple order say arriving soon?

The status change from arriving on a certain date to "arriving soon" can occur when the shipping box changes from one carrier to another. Sometimes items get delayed during customs processing, but Apple is such a well-known shipper delays don't often occur.

Do Apple deliveries require a signature?

Carrier Delivery Options

Apple chooses which carrier will deliver your shipment, and some of our shipments require a signature. Your Shipment Notification email will tell you whether a signature is required. The carrier may also require a signature at their discretion.

Does Apple ship on Sundays?

For orders shipped to a residential address, deliveries are normally made between 9 am and 9 pm Monday to Saturday. For orders shipped to an office address, deliveries are normally made between 9 am and 6 pm Monday to Friday.

Does Apple cover lost packages?

Get it through your thick skull that APPLE DOES NOT HELP TRACK A PRODUCT THAT WAS NOT SENT TO YOU BY THEM. There is no business agreement or transaction between you and Apple. Apple will do nothing for you. If you order a Sony TV from Walmart.com and the package gets lost, Sony doesn't care.

Can you sell stolen Apple products?

Apple store looters will NOT be able to use or sell stolen devices because they are being tracked and remotely disabled. Apple Store looters won't be able to use or pawn demo items that have been stolen because they are fitted with software that prevents the devices from being restored to their factory settings.