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iPad 2 UK Thread

Great to hear they'll be released at 5pm! I assume they'll be released from Apple at the same time - meaning queueing won't need to start at 5am.
 
phpmaven said:
Nonsense. Plenty of people, including myself, thinkk the smart cover is great. While its true that it doesn't protect the back, I'm going to put a clear protector (Zagg in my case) on the back to prevent scratches and that's how I'm going to keep it. I had a leather case before, but it's just too bulky.
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I didnt say the idea of the smart cover is not great, when you get one and you use it for a while you will realise, theres been multiple reports of the magnets easily coming off when put into a bag or sleeve, when trying to unfold the cover back onto the screen is cumbersome due to the magnets in the cover itself. Again, Love the idea but in real world use, thats for us to see when the time comes, do let me know how you get on!
 
mmoosa said:
Thats why the lines are now going to be insanely long, when do we decide what time to queue now?
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My thoughts exactly. I guess will have to spend the day hanging around, then start queuing as it gets busy. With a 8 am launch you know if you there around 5 you'll be fine. Huff. Please Apple give us pre orders on Monday. You know you want to.
 
Soundburst said:
Hey everyone.

I work at Argos UK and can confirm that we got a store briefing this morning confirming launch on Friday the 25th of March at 1700hours.

Apple are strict on the launch time and we won't be selling before that (even though we're only open to 7pm that day).
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Hey Soundburst - Just a quick thank you for your input of info! I'm sure it's greatly appreciated by all here. Look forward to hearing those catalogue numbers; you never know, I may just try my luck at the Stockport Argos!
 
Gonna see if Best Buy in Merry Hill (Dudley) branch sell this on Friday. They aint taking any pre-orders which is worrying. Might have to bag one after work or go to KRCs.
 
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5PM is great :D thanks for the info
 
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mmoosa said:
v66jack said:
Please Apple give us pre orders on Monday. You know you want to.
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x1000
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I think they can't give us preorders because they don't have the stock to make sure everyone gets one on launch day.
 
Bit of info..
First went to KRCS, and they have said they are closing at 4pm to redesign shop with new posters, put models out and then reopening at 5 for sales. They had no idea on quantities or prices as of yet, so 5pm it is.
Next went to HMV. I have a good friend that works there.
They had training yesterday on the iPad 2, and also confirmed that release will be at 5pm. Then we went on the computer system :)
This is not set in stone, but the 16gb wifi was £399 and 32gb £469.
I preordered 2 of the 16gb (one in each colour). He is also going to let me know when they get the stock in, and he will put 2 straight aside for me.
:D
Another weird thing. Went to a phone shop afterwards (son is after a new phone) and they had leaflets saying iPad 2 this Friday, store opening early at 7am and to get there early to avoid disappointment!! Different rules for the carriers?
 
stu.h said:
Bit of info..
First went to KRCS, and they have said they are closing at 4pm to redesign shop with new posters, put models out and then reopening at 5 for sales. They had no idea on quantities or prices as of yet, so 5pm it is.
Next went to HMV. I have a good friend that works there.
They had training yesterday on the iPad 2, and also confirmed that release will be at 5pm. Then we went on the computer system :)
This is not set in stone, but the 16gb wifi was £399 and 32gb £469.
I preordered 2 of the 16gb (one in each colour). He is also going to let me know when they get the stock in, and he will put 2 straight aside for me.
:D
Another weird thing. Went to a phone shop afterwards (son is after a new phone) and they had leaflets saying iPad 2 this Friday, store opening early at 7am and to get there early to avoid disappointment!! Different rules for the carriers?
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Are HMV accepting preorders of the iPad 2 in general or is your friend doing you a favour?
 
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iawa said:
d.b.c said:
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Does anybody have a number for PC World Purley Way.

I want to put my name on the list but I'm away for a few days and when I try calling 0870 242 0444 it just goes as call fail from O2 iPhone 4 so not sure if I have the right number.

Any help gratefully received as currently stuck in Chorley
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I don't think you can speak to anyone other than in the business accounts in the actual stores, all the numbers (other than business) go through to a central sales team who give the usual Apple blurb/secrecy act.
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Thanks for reply.

Thought that might be the case.

Guess I will have to pop in on Tuesday when I'm back and hope the list isn't too long/they're still allowed to take names
 
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Thanks for reply.

Thought that might be the case.

Guess I will have to pop in on Tuesday when I'm back and hope the list isn't too long/they're still allowed to take names
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No problem, it's a pain but a lot of stores do that now, I had to walk down to Comet and Best Buy to actually speak to a person, not that they were much more helpful! For a quick overview of stores see my post here http://bit.ly/iawa2kiPad which I am updating multiple times a day (although I am focusing on my local stores I have ended up making it quite a generic stores list info post).
 
iawa said:
No problem, it's a pain but a lot of stores do that now, I had to walk down to Comet and Best Buy to actually speak to a person, not that they were much more helpful! For a quick overview of stores see my post here http://bit.ly/iawa2kiPad which I am updating multiple times a day (although I am focusing on my local stores I have ended up making it quite a generic stores list info post).
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Will post The email address and contact number of Tom from PC World Purley Way in a bit just can't find it, he gave me his business card. :):)
 
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Great thanks!

Is that a business mobile number - wouldn't like to disturb his Sunday if he's not working - might go for email option as safer!


Oops just tried email address and got an undeliverable message

Guess I'll try the mobile after lunch
 
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