Stock of the 21.5-inch iMac is scarce ahead of next week`s Apple Event
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Could this mean we are getting a new iMac next week? What you need to know The 21.5-inch iMac is out of stock in the majority of Apple Stores right now. The lack of availability calls into question if Apple will unveil a new iMac next week. The stock of the 21.5-inch iMac is running low at Apple Stores across the United States, increasing rumors that the desktop may be days away from a refresh. As reported by MacRumors, the lack of availability is affecting both the non-4K and 4K versions of iMac with shipping dates being delayed by a week or more. A vast majority of Apple Stores are listing the standard 21.5-inch iMac as unavailable for pickup. The higher-end configuration with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of Fusion Drive storage is currently unavailable for pickup entirely, but is available for delivery. Regardless of configuration, Apple lists at least five to seven business days for shipping estimates. The higher-end 21.5-inch iMac with a 4K display is also experiencing a l...