iPhone XS Max Space Gray 64GB has preparing to ship since yesterday!! It’s happening guys and gals!! I love this time of year where I get to share the new iPhone excitement with you all!
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iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and Apple Watch Series 4 Pre-Orders Now Preparing to Ship
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It means it is still being processed, one step before it is prepared for shipment.
Looks like the aluminum Apple Watch Series 4 models are also now preparing to ship in the US, so I've updated the article to include Apple Watch Series 4.
My iPhone XS Max 512 GB gold also has been prepared for shipment.
I ordered my XS Max no issues, for some reason the watch transaction was declined. I received an email alerting me to update my payment info. After updating, I still haven’t been charged but in the Apple Store App it shows in progress.
My Gold Xs is preparing to ship. Its going to be a long week, next week. 
This is awesome!!!! I wanted the gold but opted to stay with space gray. I wish 128GB was an option!
Also you’re going up a size, so I’m guessing you wanted to try out some added screen real estate and extra battery capacity.I’ll be getting the Xs Max to replace my X. I don’t need it but can’t resist the “want” obsession
Has anyone who ordered vie T-Mobile in Germany received an order confirmation ? I ordered mine at noon on the 1st day, but have received no confirmation, and my customer portal also doesn't show anything.
Guessing The XR will be the most popular one then the Max
This.I’ll be getting the Xs Max to replace my X. I don’t need it but can’t resist the “want” obsession
“I’m on IUP so there’s no reason not to upgrade” I say to myself. Smart move Apple.
I have a 4S to replace. Love that classic form factor, so I just ordered a 64GB SE off Amazon.
I'm glad the phablet crowd got an update, but we lovers of the classic iPhone form factor (HP jack, Home button, small)....did not.
I'm glad the phablet crowd got an update, but we lovers of the classic iPhone form factor (HP jack, Home button, small)....did not.
I will be skipping out on the products announced this year, but I am happy for everyone who is getting either the new Iphone or Apple Watch. It's always a nice rush getting new Apple gear.
I don’t understand the importance of your comment. The purpose of this thread is to share in the excitement. If you’re going to be literal about this whole process find somewhere to post. Thank you!
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The first iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and Apple Watch Series 4 orders placed on the online Apple Store have shifted to "Preparing to Ship" ahead of an expected Friday, September 21 delivery date.
Many orders in the United States, Australia, the UK, and and other countries have changed status and should be shipping out to customers in the near future. Apple Watch Series 4 and iPhone XS orders that have shifted to "Preparing for Shipment" can no longer be modified or canceled.
Apple began accepting pre-orders for the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max on Friday, September 14 at 12:01 a.m. Pacific Time. By the time a half hour had passed, many iPhone XS Max models had sold out and were no longer available for launch day delivery.
As of today, new iPhone XS Max orders will not ship out until October, but some models are still available for in-store pickup on September 21 in select stores. Retail stores are also expected to have supplies available for walk-in purchases on launch day.
Supplies of the smaller 5.8-inch iPhone XS are plentiful and that device remains available for Friday delivery.
After orders began shipping, Apple's shipment status information may not be updated right away. Over the course of the next few days, some customers in the United States may be able to track their shipments using track by reference features on the UPS and FedEx websites.
Update: This article has been updated to include the Apple Watch Series 4 as some orders in the United States recently began changing to "Preparing to Ship." Not all Apple Watch Series 4 orders have been updated at this time, while most iPhone XS and XS Max orders are in the preparing to ship phase.
Article Link: iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and Apple Watch Series 4 Pre-Orders Now Preparing to Ship
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Canada too preparing to ship
This is why I prefer the in store pickup option. Less hassle, less likely to go "missing", and they are bound to have it. Yes, it is a drive to the store but I find it totally worth it, especially if you have plenty of Apple stores around.