During the Q2 FY2026 earnings call, Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed that both the Mac mini and Mac Studio will remain scarce for several months as demand outpaces supply. He attributed the gap to stronger than expected interest in these machines as platforms for AI and agentic tools, which accelerated faster than Apple’s forecasts.

Shipping delays have lengthened over the past quarter, with upgraded RAM configurations disappearing from the online store. Apple halted sales of the 512 GB RAM Mac Studio and stopped accepting orders for higher‑memory variants, while the base Mac mini now shows a "Currently Unavailable" status. The shortage coincides with a global memory chip shortage driven by AI server demand.

Consumers seeking high‑performance Macs must either wait for back‑order fulfillment or consider lower‑spec models still in stock. The prolonged scarcity underscores how AI‑centric workloads are reshaping hardware demand, forcing Apple to reassess its supply chain for its most powerful desktop offerings.