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Apple MacBook Air Supply Hit by AI RAM Shortage

By PulseAugur Editorial · [3 sources] ·

Apple's MacBook Air is experiencing significant supply shortages, with delivery times extending to the end of August. This scarcity is attributed to a global RAM shortage, dubbed "Ramaggedon," driven by the high demand from AI data centers. Apple is reportedly prioritizing the MacBook Pro and even steering customers away from the Air, a rare move that suggests the company is struggling to meet demand for its popular laptop. AI

IMPACT Increased demand for AI infrastructure is impacting consumer electronics supply chains.

RANK_REASON News about product availability and supply chain issues for a consumer electronics device.

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Apple MacBook Air Supply Hit by AI RAM Shortage

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COVERAGE [3]

  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Steve Dent) ·

    MacBook Air laptops are reportedly in short supply due to Ramaggedon

    Not only did MacBook Air prices recently go up, but you couldn't get one today even if you wanted to.

  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    MacBook Air laptops are reportedly in short supply due to Ramaggedon Not only did MacBook Air prices recently go up, but you couldn't get one today even if you

    MacBook Air laptops are reportedly in short supply due to Ramaggedon Not only did MacBook Air prices recently go up, but you couldn't get one today even if you wanted to. https://www. engadget.com/2228802/macbook-a irs-reportedly-in-short-supply-due-to-ramaggedon/ # Tech # Techno…

    LINKS engadget.com/…/macbook-airs-reportedly-in…
  3. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    📰 MacBook Air laptops are reportedly in short supply due to Ramaggedon Not only did MacBook Air prices recently go up, but you couldn't get one today even if yo

    📰 MacBook Air laptops are reportedly in short supply due to Ramaggedon Not only did MacBook Air prices recently go up, but you couldn't get one today even if you wanted to. 📰 Source: Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews 🔗 Link: https://www.engadget.com/2228802/macbook-airs…

    LINKS engadget.com/…/macbook-airs-reportedly-in…

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