Surprised? They put it out as exclusive then blame it on the Verge. LOL
http://bgr.com/2013/09/03/iphone-5s-release-date-announcement-event/
"UPDATE: Shortly after publishing news that Apple began sending invitations to the media, Verge pulled its story with no explanation. As such, it looks like invitations have not yet been sent out."
http://bgr.com/2013/09/03/iphone-5s-release-date-announcement-event/
"UPDATE: Shortly after publishing news that Apple began sending invitations to the media, Verge pulled its story with no explanation. As such, it looks like invitations have not yet been sent out."