Flash memory shortage because Apple orders a lot

This is not the first time that the Flash Memory has a shortage. Why, Apple has been using the memory from a Taiwan manufacturer and has been ordering a lot from them.
A number of flash modules’ demand have climbed up. Flash memory demand might go up by 81 percent so a shortage is expected.
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