During Apple's WWDC 2013 keynote, there were several instances where Apple emphasized that the new Mac Pro would support multiple 4K displays. With Apple's Thunderbolt displays set to be updated soon, many have been wondering if the company will introduce Thunderbolt 4K displays to accompany the new Mac Pros that will be released later this year.
This thought was fueled today by Glenn Künzler of MacTras , who investigated the issue by contacting almost all third-party suppliers of Apple displays, confirming their shortage and limited stock. One supplier even told him that Apple is no longer allowing extra orders for Thunderbolt displays.
Part of his research is shown below:
Backordered, out of stock, or “no longer available”:
- Adorama: No longer available.
- Frys.com: Out of stock online, called and was informed of very limited retail store availability.
- CDW: Listed as “call for availability.” I called, and they confirmed they are out of stock.
- MicroCenter: Out of stock online, and at most retail locations
Limited stock:
- PowerMax: 4 units left in stock
- MacConnection: In stock, but I called and was notified they had limited availability
- Best Buy: In stock online, but was notified of very limited retail availability and overall stock.
- Datavision: In stock, but called and confirmed limited availability.

