# Apple placing rush orders with its suppliers as demand for the base MacBook Neo overwhelms existing inventory.

*business · news · 2026-04-13 · Wccftech*

## Key points

- Apple has placed rush orders with Foxconn and Quanta due to MacBook Neo's unexpected demand.
- Apple increased its MacBook Neo sales estimate from 7 million to 10 million units.
- The supply of MacBook Neo is now limited by the availability of binned A18 Pro chips.
- Apple may need to restart A18 Pro chip production, potentially reducing profit margins further.

**Companies:** Apple, Hon Hai, Quanta
**Countries:** Taiwan, United States

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