Russian President Vladimir Putin signed legislation on Monday that requires all smartphones, computers, and smart TVs sold in the country to come with Russian software pre-installed.
Apple Store representatives have told customers, some of whom have been waiting in line for days, that they will be unable to buy an iPhone 7 Plus when stores open in the morning.
Apple has announced all iPhone 7 Plus models and the Jet Black iPhone 7 are completely sold out and will not be available for purchase by customers lined up at its stores.
Apple CEO Tim Cook emailed company employees today saying that 'this month has been one for the record books' and offering them an extended Thanksgiving holiday with pay.
Just shortly after BlackBerry revealed it would lay off up to 40% of its workforce, Apple hosted a recruitment drive 20 kms away from the company's headquarters.