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Order starting march 11th

I was definitely hoping Apple would repeat the Reserve/Pre-order option they did last year.
Its still too cold to be camping out in southeastern PA. The Apple store in my area stays packed. There is no way I'll be able to walk in at 5pm - especially on a Friday. I suspect people are already planning to make a 3 day weekend out of this product release.......starting Thursday night.
 
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If they are blocking people from pre-order, then it means one thing. They don't have enough units.
 
Davichi said:
If they are blocking people from pre-order, then it means one thing. They don't have enough units.
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a very good point ! but are they limiting you from buying as well? i dont see only 2 per house hold limit this time
 
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"You are chatting with Kristen C, an Apple Expert
Hi, my name is Kristen C. Welcome to Apple!
Good afternoon! How may I help you with the Apple Online Store?

are the ipad 2's going to be available to preorder online before the 11th?

I'm more than happy to assist you in getting help with your question!
At this time, there is only the information regarding the iPad 2 being available on March 11th. As of now, there is no information regarding pre-order or what time it will be available on the Apple online store for purchase. You may buy the iPad 2 at your favorite Apple Retail Store starting at 5:00 p.m. on March 11 and get free Personal Setup.

thanks

You're very welcome!"
 
Stangs55 said:
:(:(:(:(:(

"You are chatting with Kristen C, an Apple Expert
Hi, my name is Kristen C. Welcome to Apple!
Good afternoon! How may I help you with the Apple Online Store?

are the ipad 2's going to be available to preorder online before the 11th?

I'm more than happy to assist you in getting help with your question!
At this time, there is only the information regarding the iPad 2 being available on March 11th. As of now, there is no information regarding pre-order or what time it will be available on the Apple online store for purchase. You may buy the iPad 2 at your favorite Apple Retail Store starting at 5:00 p.m. on March 11 and get free Personal Setup.

thanks

You're very welcome!"
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lol and you had to chat for this info ?
 
It just seems like Apple is wanting all of the hype and pandemonium that comes with the long lines at the store. It generates publicity for them, and I think they like that. It's another thing they can show off in these press events...long lines of smiling customers that their competitors don't have. I for one don't do lines, but would have pre-ordered immediately after today's event if the option was there. Now, with a week and a half wait before I can even order (again, I won't do the stand in line crap), I may come to my senses, think the purchase out, and figure out that my current iPad will work fine for what I do. So, with no pre-ordering to allow me to make that impulse order today, Apple may have lost out on a sale to me. Not that they care, they won't miss my money.
 
Wiggum said:
You can buy in store at 5 PM on the 11th.... lines much?
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I'll be in one. that's the thing tho, order online the 11th, get it prob 15th, but go to the store on the 11th and PRAY they don't sell out, if they do, then you have to order late on the 11th or 12th and not get it for who knows how long
 
chris975d said:
It just seems like Apple is wanting all of the hype and pandemonium that comes with the long lines at the store. It generates publicity for them, and I think they like that. It's another thing they can show off in these press events...long lines of smiling customers that their competitors don't have. I for one don't do lines, but would have pre-ordered immediately after today's event if the option was there. Now, with a week and a half wait before I can even order (again, I won't do the stand in line crap), I may come to my senses, think the purchase out, and figure out that my current iPad will work fine for what I do. So, with no pre-ordering to allow me to make that impulse order today, Apple may have lost out on a sale to me. Not that they care, they won't miss my money.
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I agree. I was ready to hit "Buy" right after the media event... I'm still going to purchase, but now I have to wait up until midnight on the 10th to try my luck...
 
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On the Apple web site it says shipping on the 11th. Is that the same day that you can order it? I was expecting to be able to order today with shipping on the 11th. Maybe I missed something...?
 
stockcerts said:
On the Apple web site it says shipping on the 11th. Is that the same day that you can order it? I was expecting to be able to order today with shipping on the 11th. Maybe I missed something...?
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What made you expect that you could order today?

Remember this place is called MacRUMORS!

Order on the 11th with shipping on the 11th - Done:)
 
paintballswimgu said:
Look at ebay. after a little over an hour, one of the ipad 2, 16gb models is a $600 bucks. lol

not my auction. just thought it was ridiculous
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They are basically providing a buying service for $100 for international customers. Many countries won't get it until months later.
 
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