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- Apple is reportedly cutting iPad production to better support the iPhone 13 series.
- The move is to ensure the continued availability of components going into the high-demand holiday season.
- However, it might make finding an iPad heading into the end of the year a little trickier.
The global chipset shortage has massively affected tech firms this year, with several forced to cut production targets or delay launches. For the most part, it seemed that Apple would be one of the few firms to ride the storm successfully. However, a new report now suggests that the company is sacrificing its iPad production quotas to meet iPhone 13 series demand.
According to a report by Nikkei Asia citing multiple sources, Apple cut its iPad production quotas by 50% in the past two months to ensure there are enough components available for the iPhone 13 series. Per the report, the company’s reason for the decision chiefly hinges on smartphone demand over the slates.