Apple’s New Watch Is in Tight Supply, Leading to Long Wait Times
- Some shoppers face nearly two-month lag for Series 7 device
- Apple’s iPhone 13 Pro and new iPad mini are also seeing delays
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Apple Inc. began taking orders for its new smartwatch on Friday, but supply constraints mean that some consumers won’t get their hands on the product for nearly two months.
The Apple Watch Series 7, which was unveiled in mid-September, became available for preorders at 8 a.m. New York time, with the product slated to reach stores on Oct. 15. Within minutes, it was difficult to get the watch delivered by that date. Customers ordering the stainless-steel models and other versions were told it wouldn’t arrive until November.