For many years now, the concept of the iMac, an "all-in-one" computer (All in One) became fashionable among Windows-based computers. It is very convenient and versatile to have the central unit and all its components "glued" behind the screen.
There are two brands that are the leaders of these computers, such as HP y Lenovo. Well, DigiTimes has just stated in a report that Apple is going to surpass them in sales, after the appearance of the new range of Apple Silicon iMacs.
DigiTimes just posted a report where he assures that Apple Lossless Audio CODEC (ALAC), It is going to unseat HP as the leading brand in sales of "All in One" computers, according to sources consulted among the various suppliers of the industry in the sector.
This claim is based on evidence that manufacturers of more affordable "all-in-one" computers are having trouble making their computers, due to the escasez global chip. Processor and chip manufacturers are prioritizing their meager productions towards the more expensive premium products on the "All in One" market.
The lack of chips will affect the sales of the "All in One"
The report indicates that high-end AIOs such as the iMac They are hardly noticing the lack of stock of their components, while the entry-level to mid-range products priced between 500 and 1.000 Euros have manufacturing problems due to lack of components.
According to Digitimes, HP was the largest manufacturer of "All in One" computers in the fourth quarter of 2020, with 925.000 units, followed by Apple with 860.000 units and Lenovo with 731.000 units. However, it is estimated that Apple's sales surpassed HP in the first quarter of 2021.
Apple says it expects to be affected by chip shortages, predicting a sequential decline of roughly $ 3 to $ 4 billion in revenue in the third quarter of 2021 due to supply constraints on iPad and Mac. He also expects a combination of a shortage of stock and a very high level of demand for both iPad and Mac to affect revenue in the second half of 2021.
