Mac OS Ken Base iPhone 17 is Still Hard to Get - MOSK: 11.24.2025
Nov 24, 2025
The base model of the iPhone 17 continues to be a hot commodity with wait times exceeding ten days. Rumors swirl around Tim Cook's potential retirement, with contrasting views from various analysts. Limited edition Apple products are flying off the shelves, showcasing the brand's allure. Exciting collaborations are on the horizon, like an immersive documentary with Real Madrid. Meanwhile, Brad Pitt makes a splash in Apple TV promotions, highlighting the company's innovative marketing strategies.
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Entry iPhone 17 Still Hard To Get
- Base iPhone 17 availability lags while other models show 2–3 day lead times in the U.S.
- Ken Ray and availability tracker Wayne Dixon report 10–12 day waits for the entry-level iPhone 17 at Apple SIM-free.
Demand, Not Supply, Seems To Be Driving Waits
- Analysts cited elevated demand, not supply, as the likely cause for long waits on the base iPhone.
- Wayne Dixon's tracking corroborates higher demand for entry-level models across carriers and Apple.
Cook Retirement Story Is Unsettled
- Financial Times suggested Tim Cook might retire in 2026, prompting wide coverage and speculation.
- Mark Gurman publicly called that FT story false and unlikely to happen by mid-2026.