https://wccftech.com/tsmc-prioritize-chip-orders-for-apple/

Despite the chip developing prowess of TSMC, it is not immune to the ongoing shortage and will have to make some sacrifices along the way. One of those sacrifices is prioritizing which partner gets chip orders, and according to the latest report, Apple happens to be one of those few lucky customers.

A paywalled report from DigiTimes states that Apple, along with some other key partners, will be prioritized when it comes to chip orders. After Apple, PC and server manufacturers are next in line. One reason why Apple is preferred over others is due to its vast resources. Selling millions of iPhones and iPads, followed by Macs featuring its custom silicon, Apple can secure a sufficient number of chip orders from TSMC, which undoubtedly helps with the chip maker’s quarterly profits.