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iPad Pro 9.7" iPad Pro UK Pre-Order Thread ...
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That's a no brainer, but I'm referring to people like myself who like to use the official Apple cases and accessories.
Fair enough. Just trying to make a suggestion for alternatives. I prefer the official cases and covers too. As it happens I'm going to get a third party clear case for the back only because Apple doesn't sell one and I prefer to be able to show the colour of the back. I'm getting the Apple smart keyboard to go with it.
I have both the silicone case and Smart Cover. The first thing that arrived was actually the silicone case. That on its own is not a good solution, you almost have to buy the smart case as well. It really annoyed me having to buy such an expensive combo. I've been unlucky with third party ones before though and I guess I also wanted to protect my iPad right from the get go :-/
There aren't many third party cases at the moment for sale. They all seem to be pre-order or available from a certain later date. I found an Orzly clear case from eBay for about five quid, but not available to order yet.
Sure will do. Really liking it at the moment based on first impressions. They sold out of the case I bought quite quickly. Showing in stock in May.
hi how many did JL have in stock as all gone now, gutted i missed, mine was supposed to come from very today but been pushed back to 20th April but they say it should be quicker, I'm hoping JL may re stock quicker, they did this with the pencil last November when i was in same boat looking for that and got it much quicker than waiting for Apple.
I wonder why such a shortage, must have hardly been any made??
Sorry to hear you had no joy with John Lewis. It said "More then ten" on their web site when I ordered mine. I've just come from my local Waitrose near my work having picked it up using their click and collect service. I would say keep a regular eye on the John Lewis web sire as they may come back in stock or use their email notification service. Hopefully you will get yours sooner rather then later.
I wasn't sure whether to get one until I tried it in a local Apple store by which time they were back ordered every where. Luckily I happened to check the John Lewis site and was surprised to find them in stock and jumped as it. I prefer to buy Apple official products directly from them but I didn't fancy waiting until the 19th when my Apple order would be available.
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Thanks Mr C, I'm going to keep an eye on the JL site tonight in case they re stock, they did that with the pencil, cheers for reply
Bagged one just before pc world have stock, be here tomorrow, have a look if anyone else looking for them
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Re JL, picked up my keyboard and it was already opened. Beaten up box, and no cellophane.
Guess I should stick to the Apple Store.
I think you were just unlucky and I doubt that is the norm with John Lewis or any other reputable retailers. I picked mine up today from John Lewis and it is shrink wrapped and the packaging is just fine as if it had come straight from the factory. You should have refused it and asked for another one or got a refund.
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That's great to hear. It's strange that retailers like John Lewis and PC World are getting in stock but Apple itself is back ordered. I just checked and PC World is still showing as in stock for anyone else still looking for one.
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And John Lewis just updated , they have 37 in stock, agree mr c they must agree certain deliveries with Apple before launch as odd that online orders and stores are not getting them first????
New to the thread and soon to be a 9.7 pro owner tomorrow morning! I've been agonising for weeks on deciding which pro size to go for. Apple's wait time for the smart keyboard really did put me off. After seeing John Lewis get a bunch in stock today I really had to push myself for a decision.
I kept refreshing the page until eventually it said that there was only one left in stock. I hadn't fully made a decision and was still contemplating as I logged in (also had to change my password as I had not shopped there for awhile). Something changed, this was a product I had to have. I didn't know it at the time, but racing to get the last one genuinely led to a slight adrenaline burst. I'm still not 100% sure if it was the correct choice, but I think my subconscious took over whilst knowing what I want deep down. After I bought it, I decided to refresh the smart keyboard page anyway, and said they had 3 in stock! (Now out again). Perhaps I did not need to panic so much, but I'm glad I did.
Very exciting to be upgrading from an iPad 4, and I still have a 13" rMBP so I'm sure everything will be fine!
I kept refreshing the page until eventually it said that there was only one left in stock. I hadn't fully made a decision and was still contemplating as I logged in (also had to change my password as I had not shopped there for awhile). Something changed, this was a product I had to have. I didn't know it at the time, but racing to get the last one genuinely led to a slight adrenaline burst. I'm still not 100% sure if it was the correct choice, but I think my subconscious took over whilst knowing what I want deep down. After I bought it, I decided to refresh the smart keyboard page anyway, and said they had 3 in stock! (Now out again). Perhaps I did not need to panic so much, but I'm glad I did.
Very exciting to be upgrading from an iPad 4, and I still have a 13" rMBP so I'm sure everything will be fine!
Good stuff! I just ordered another from JL to replace one I originally ordered that arrived yesterday already opened.
Have had issues with JL regarding security checks in the past, so fingers crossed! Let me know when yours despatches!
Welcome to the iPad Pro party!
I've got to wait a while but am seriously considering the Smart Keyboard.
Let me know what you think of it please (and if you feel you made the right choice).
And to those who of you who've add the iPad a week now... Thoughts?
Even though I came from an Air 2 I have to say I'm glad I did.
I upgraded from a Air, so it's a big upgrade for me, speed and feature wise. Although I just can't get excited about upgrades to iPad's any more.
Picked up a Smart Key Board for my iPad Pro from John Lewis this morning and typing on it now.
It's very nicely made, more compact and flush-fitting than I expected, and I really like the way it works, but it will take a while to get used to the compact size (I do most of my typing on a 2015 MacBook, which in itself took a bit of getting used to after my MacBook Pro).
Has it been a week already????
Doesn't time fly when you're having fun using the iPad Pro
Doesn't time fly when you're having fun using the iPad Pro
Coming from the iPad 2, not even air, I have to say I absolutely love it.
I do believe to get the best experience you really do need the pencil though.
Not sure how I ever lived without it!
I'm still unsure, if I need the keyboard though, hmm
Anyone managed to get a good clear case that will show the iPads colour whilst also being compatible with the Smart Cover? (I don't want much I know haha)
Managed to pick up a cellular model 9.7 for the same price as a wifi model so pretty excited to get it, coming from a 1st gen air!
Managed to pick up a cellular model 9.7 for the same price as a wifi model so pretty excited to get it, coming from a 1st gen air!