GoKawiilApple says iPhone Duo pre-order demand is 'extraordinary' as shipping slips to 2024
Apple opened pre-orders for the iPhone Duo and saw shipping estimates quickly slide from late October to January, with some countries like Brazil pushed to early February. In a statement to CNBC, Apple called demand 'nothing short of extraordinary' and said it would keep accepting online orders while working to fulfill them faster.
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The rapid, multi-month slippage in delivery dates suggests Apple may have significantly underestimated initial demand or constrained supply more than expected, which could affect holiday sales and customer goodwill. The emergence of scalpers reselling units for up to $10,000 highlights supply scarcity and has drawn criticism that Apple's pre-order system may need safeguards against bulk or bot purchases.
- iPhone Duo shipping estimates slipped from October to January within hours of pre-orders opening
- Apple called demand 'extraordinary' and pledged to keep fulfilling online orders
- Scalpers are reselling units for as much as $10,000, prompting calls for Apple to curb bulk orders
Source: 9to5mac.com — Marcus Mendes, 2026-10-16
Published there as: “Apple calls iPhone Duo pre-order demand ‘extraordinary’ as shipping dates slip”
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