Apple Cuts More Mac Studio and Mac Mini RAM Options as Memory Shortage Worsens
4 hours ago
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- Apple has removed certain desktop Mac configurations from its online store due to ongoing global memory shortages.
- Mac mini models with 32GB and 64GB RAM are unavailable, and the M3 Ultra Mac Studio now only offers up to 96GB RAM.
- Higher-tier Mac Studio and Mac mini models face delivery estimates of 9-10 weeks.
- The Mac mini M4 Pro now maxes at 48GB RAM, and the standard M4 model is limited to 16GB or 24GB options.
- Recent removals include a Mac mini with 256GB SSD and higher RAM configurations for Mac Studio and Mac mini in March/April.
- Apple CEO Tim Cook stated that supply-demand balance for Mac mini and Mac Studio may take months due to underestimated AI-related demand.
- Apple expects higher memory costs and is conserving supply by eliminating configuration options, impacted by AI server demand constraints.