Renewed lockdowns in Shanghai and Kunshan affect several Apple, Dell, and Tesla suppliers

In context: Lockdowns in Shanghai and Kunshan are once again testing the resilience of the tech supply chain, with several suppliers forced to suspend operations or operate in a closed loop, which isn’t always feasible. That means production for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and many other consumer electronics could be affected, which has become a recurring story since the pandemic began. Last month, China’s immense Shenzhen tech hub was forced to go into lockdown due to a new outbreak of Covid-19 in the region. Millions of residents had to follow stringent stay-at-home restrictions and undergo several rounds of testing. As a…