Analysts that we have spoken with are echoing the same things that we are reading about the predicted popularity of the iPad mini 2 with Retina display. It is now expected that despite the fact that the iPad 5 will be a bit thinner, the iPad mini 2 with Retina display is expected to stomp the iPad 5 in sales by a margin of at least double.

The problem is as we have told you, our sources continue to warn us that availability of the Retina display for the iPad mini 2 could end up being the key to if Apple is able to produce enough of these units for the holiday season. We continue to hear rumors of supply constraints that could spell trouble for Apple.

The supply constraints on parts for the iPad mini 2 could lead the manufacturer into a situation where it will not be able to deliver enough units to satisfy the demand. However, it looks like smooth sailing for the iPad 5 and there should be more than enough of them to go around this holiday season.

This isn’t the first time that Apple has faced issues getting enough parts and product from suppliers and it will not be the last time either.

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