Apple Inc`s customers will have to wait for a few more weeks to lay their hands on the new iPhone 13 as supply chain delays and strong demand lead to one of the longest waiting times for the phone in recent years, analysts said.

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The delivery time for Apple`s iPhones after a new launch is watched by analysts as one of the measures to gauge demand for the flagship phone`s newest model. But this year, it is also shining a light on supply chain issues plaguing technology companies ahead of the holiday shopping season.

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On Sunday, several Apple and Tesla Inc suppliers suspended production at some Chinese factories for a number of days to comply with tighter energy consumption policies, putting supply chains at risk in the peak season for electronics goods.

The iPhone 13, priced between $699 and $1,599, comes with a sharper camera, a new bionic chip and improved connectivity. It has been available for pre-booking since Sept. 17.