Why is Apple wait times so long?

Reason Behind Long Queues Outside Apple Stores

And the situation for Apple is such: only their certified technicians can diagnose and fix major issues. The rest of the staff is involved in crowd control. Initially, the minimal Apple stores were imagined and designed as the perfect consumer experience.

Why is the wait for iPhone 14 Pro so long?

In November, in a rare press release on its website, Apple warned that supply of the ‌iPhone 14 Pro‌ and ‌iPhone 14 Pro‌ Max would be heavily constrained due to lockdown restrictions impacting its main iPhone assembly plant in China. "We continue to see strong demand for ‌iPhone 14 Pro‌ and ‌iPhone 14 Pro‌ Max models.

How long is Apple support wait time?

Apple support agents usually replies to email within 3 Days .

Why is iPhone 14 taking so long to ship?

This is, at least in part, due to the fact that the COVID-19 outbreaks in Apple facilities that hindered production have somewhat subsided. According to the source, we are now looking at four-day shipping estimate for the iPhone 14 and the iPhone 14 Plus and a 22-day one for the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

How long is the wait for iPhone 14?

The global tracker says the iPhone 14 and 14 Plus have a 3-day wait time, similar to last week. But the Pro models have seen improvements, with lead times dropping from 29 days to 27 days. In the US, the iPhone 14 and 14 Plus have lead times of 3 days. The more expensive models will ship in 25 days.

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Will the iPhone 14 be cheaper in 2023?

iPhone 14 prices start at $618 and cost $774 on average as of March 2023. iPhone 14 prices will continue to get cheaper over time.

Will iPhone 14 last all day?

The regular iPhone 14 lasted a solid but unspectacular 9 hours and 28 minutes in our battery test. We consider anything above 11.5 hours great.

Why has my iPhone 14 not shipped yet?

Blame Covid-19

On Sunday, November 6, Apple pushed out “Update on supply of iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max” via its Newsroom site: COVID-19 restrictions have temporarily impacted the primary iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max assembly facility located in Zhengzhou, China.

Why are iPhone 14 so hard to get?

Due to production issues at Apple supplier factories in China, the iPhone 14 Pro and ‌iPhone 14 Pro‌ Max are backordered and basically out of stock at every store.

How long does Apple try again later take?

Try waiting about 24 hours and you should be able to try again. If she forgot the Apple ID (iCloud) password, enter the Apple (iCloud) ID, and click Forgot Password.

Why does Apple hang up after 4 hours?

Contact Your Carrier

Most carriers have set up call limitations that automatically drop calls after a certain time. Some carriers end calls after 60 minutes, while others have set up a four-hour window before cutting off your phone calls.

Can I chat with Apple Support?

To chat with the Apple customer support team, go to getsupport.apple.com. Then choose which Apple product or service you need help with and what issue you're experiencing. Finally, select Chat and sign in with your Apple ID or enter your product's serial number.

Is iPhone 14 worth buying?

If you're using an iPhone 11, we recommend upgrading to an iPhone 14 (or even an iPhone 13). In the last three years, Apple has made enough changes to features including battery life, performance, screen quality, cameras and durability to merit buying a new iPhone.

Is iPhone 15 coming out?

The iPhone 15 models will likely be released in September 2023 if Apple follows its traditional September launch timeline.

Is iPhone 15 out?

The iPhone 15 series is expected to arrive in about five months, in mid September 2023 featuring four models, just like the iPhone 14 series before it. Firstly, we have the 6.1-inch iPhone 15, the most affordable model. Then comes the larger, 6.7-inch iPhone 15 Plus with a bigger battery.

Is Apple losing popularity?

Apple has overtaken Android devices to account for more than half of smartphones used in the US, giving the iPhone maker an edge over its rival as it pushes into sectors including finance and healthcare.

Is iPhone 14 a flop?

But it turns out that iPhone 14 Plus is another commercial failure. According to multiple reports from industry sources, demand for the iPhone 14 Plus is really low. Reliable analyst Ross Young said that display shipments for the Plus model in December was “close to 0.” So what happened?

Should I wait for iPhone 14 or buy iPhone 14?

The only real reason to wait is to hold out until the fall for an iPhone 15. It might be more expensive, but we expect a lot of new features (especially in the Pro models, or a potential new iPhone 15 Ultra). If you don't want to wait more than six months to get a new iPhone, go ahead and get the iPhone 14.

Has anyone shipped iPhone 14?

The Apple Store has now started notifying iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro buyers that their orders have shipped, ready for deliveries beginning tomorrow, Friday September 16. All the iPhone 14 series went up for preorder last Friday (albeit with some hitches).

How long does it take for an iPhone 14 to ship from Apple?

Standard Shipping — Free on all products. Delivers within 7 business days after shipping. Expedited Shipping — Delivers within 4 business days after shipping.

Will the iPhone 14 be better than the 13?

The iPhone 14 is rated for up to 20 hours of video playback, 16 hours of streamed video and 80 hours of audio. The iPhone 13 is rated for 19 hours, 15 hours and 75 hours, which means a boost to battery life — at least on paper. If you want a long-lasting phone, opt for the iPhone 14 Plus and its bigger battery.

Can an iPhone 14 turn off?

Turn off device

Press and hold the Side button and the Volume up or down button until the slider appears. Drag the slider to turn your iPhone completely off.

Why are iPhone 14 so cheap?

“Consumers' perceived lack of innovation within the iPhone 14 base range has led to poor take-up of the device, post physical release,” explains the report. “This means demand is low on the resale market, too, so the value of the base range has dropped significantly.”

Will iPhone 15 be cheaper?

Apple will reportedly manufacture its upcoming iPhone 15 models in India. Apple has already started making casings for the ‌iPhone 15‌. The company isn't expected to sell the device at a cheaper price than the iPhone 14.