Why is Apple shipping slow?

Apple customers have been facing unusually protracted delivery times for several weeks due to limited production capacity caused by lockdowns and chip shortages.
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Are Apple shipments delayed?

Earlier this month, we reported on new MacBook Pro orders and even existing ones from February being delayed into July. Now as supply issues continue, we're seeing the MacBook Pro delayed to August alongside other products like iMac, Mac Studio, and Studio Display.
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How long does Apple actually take to ship?

Standard Delivery. Delivered within 1-3 days after your item is shipped. Free. 9:00am to 12:00pm.
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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.
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Why do Apple orders take so long?

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.
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Apple Shipping: Order Stuck at “Processing”



Why is MacBook Pro shipping so long?

High-end MacBook Pro models are experiencing extended delivery times due to component shortages and ongoing lockdowns in China caused by the global pandemic, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
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Why are MacBook pros out of stock?

Since they launched in October 2021, stock of the 14in and 16in MacBook Pro has been constrained, most likely an effect of the global component shortages combined with shipping problems related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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How long does Apple take to ship from China 2021?

Packages from China are usually delayed 4 days to 2 weeks , depends on the Chinese authorities over there… there is nothing that can be done except wait…
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How long does Apple shipping take from China?

The UPS option chosen by Apple provides 4-5 business day shipping from China. Note that weekends and holidays may affect the actual travel times. In addition, weather and equipment delays may also impact your delivery date.
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Where do Apple orders ship from?

Apple, which typically ships gadgets from regional warehouses or directly from China, has started shipping iPhones, Macs and iPads from US-based retail stores, Bloomberg reports, citing people familiar with the matter.
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How long does it take for MacBook Pro to deliver?

MacBook Pro 2021 delays: What to expect

13-inch MacBook Pro: Tomorrow - 3 weeks. 14-inch MacBook Pro: 5 - 9 weeks. 16-inch MacBook Pro: 5 - 9 weeks. MacBook Air: 1 - 3 weeks.
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How long will it take to get my MacBook?

Stock configurations ship in about 1 week here in the US. Custom configurations can take up to 4 weeks (but are taking 1-2 weeks currently). Then you have to add up to a week for shipping. You're looking at a minimum of 1 day for a stock configuration that is shipped overnight.
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How long does it take for Apple to make a MacBook Pro?

Usually 3 or 4 days.
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How can I make my Apple delivery faster?

Question: Q: speed up order

Apple is working to fulfill orders as quickly as possible. The only place you may have been able to get it faster is if you had paid for faster shipping, but that will only speed up the shipping once it actually ships (waiting for it to ship is the really big delay).
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Why is Apple taking so long to ship my laptop?

Besides the strong demand for these very powerful and exciting new laptops, the pandemic has created supply chain delays. Despite Apple's impressive resources and excellent logistics, when supply and demand are drawing supplies tight from both sides, it's simply too much to handle without facing some stock issues.
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Why is my Apple order processing for 2 weeks?

That is normal. It typically stays on Processing until right before it ships and goes through the Preparing to Ship status very rapidly. Completely normal. Your phone will arrive inside the deliver window of dates your order suggests.
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Is Apple estimated delivery accurate?

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.
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Does Apple ever ship 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.
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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.
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Are MacBook Pros delayed?

"We started seeing more reports of the same and even the stock 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro models were pushed into mid-July. It's now a few weeks later and the supply issues are continuing. The stock 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro notebooks are shipping as late as July 28.
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What carrier does Apple use to ship iPhones?

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.
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What carrier does Apple use?

Apple is both UPS and Fedex to ship out iPhones. While Apple has not sent out shipping emails or updated the status online to "shipped," users who ordered with Apple can use a trick to find their tracking number on UPS or Fedex. Note that this trick only works for orders from Apple.com!
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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.
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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.
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