Apple supplier Quanta is reportedly resuming production of the MacBook Pro at its manufacturing plant in Shanghai, China after COVID-19 shutdowns hit production facilities in the region, affecting manufacturing and extending lead times, especially for made-to-order bespoke configurations.
According to DIGITIMES on Tuesday, Quanta Computer’s plant in Shanghai, China is gradually resuming its production of the MacBook Pro, citing supply chain sources. The news follows after multiple Apple suppliers in the area were hit with factory closures or component shortages due to the shutdowns, which are now beginning to ease.
Apple CEO Tim Cook said last week during an interview that he expects supply constraints to continue into Q3 2022, warning the shutdowns and supply constraints caused by COVID-19 could cost the iPhone maker between $4 to $8 billion depending on how long it takes for Chinese factories to return to their full-scale production volumes.
As of right now, Apple is showing a mix of lead times for the Mac lineup. Some MacBook Pro configurations currently are not available for delivery until late June, whereas others remain widely available online and in-store.
