Apple Removes Some High-RAM Mac Due to Memory Shortage

According to media reports, amid the global memory supply shortage crisis, Apple has adjusted its Mac Studio and Mac mini product lines by removing multiple high-memory configuration options. Currently, Mac mini models equipped with 32GB and 64GB memory are no longer available for direct purchase. The memory ceiling for the M4 Pro version has been capped at 48GB, and the 256GB SSD variant has also been discontinued, pushing the starting price of the lineup up to $799. Meanwhile, the 256GB memory option for the M3 Ultra Mac Studio has been eliminated, with the maximum configuration now limited to just 96GB. Delivery lead times for some models have been extended to 9 to 10 weeks. Tim Cook stated that Apple has underestimated user demand for running AI tools locally on devices, and the supply-demand imbalance is expected to persist over the coming months. Anticipating a notable rise in memory costs, Apple is cutting high-end configuration options to secure supply for its base-level models.