Tim Cook says that the Mac Studio and the Mac mini, which many are buying for AI and agentic tools, "may take several months to reach supply demand balance"
During today's earnings call for the second fiscal quarter of 2026, Apple CEO Tim Cook said that the Mac mini and Mac Studio …
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Mac Mini and Mac Studio Face Months-Long Supply Crunch
Tim Cook warns Apple's AI-focused desktops may take several months to meet demand.
Apple CEO Tim Cook dropped a supply warning during the company's Q2 fiscal 2026 earnings call. The Mac mini and Mac Studio — both positioned for AI and agentic tool workloads — could be tough to buy for the foreseeable future.
Cook said the two machines "may take several months to reach supply demand balance." That's a notable admission from a company that typically keeps its supply chain locked tight.
The Mac mini and Mac Studio have become key hardware for developers and professionals leveraging AI capabilities. The extended shortage signals sustained demand for Apple's desktop silicon.
No specific unit numbers or revenue breakdowns for the affected products were shared during the call. Apple didn't elaborate on what's constraining supply or outline a concrete timeline for resolution beyond the "several months" guidance.