They start stocking accessories before release of the phones.
They normally have the accessories the Monday before the release in the stores. It's been that way for several years now...
Got mine today. Looks very dark blue to me. Maybe the slightest, slightest hint of purple if I hold it up to a window and angle it. Maybe. Nah, it’s blue.
If you want a dark blue case buy it. If you want purple you’ll be disappointed.
Umber is awesome though.
I think Elderberry hits that markVery odd that Apple didn’t offer a deep purple silicone case to go with the phone. I have an ink case coming as well.
It looks closer. I have a silicone Elderberry coming this week for the 14 pro.I think Elderberry hits that mark