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I ordered a 128 grey at 8 this morning. Felt good and headed to store to get it. While at the store, I notice it said pickup was Nov 4th.

So, I just bought one and then cancelled original order.

Done, setting up now.
 
Mine arrived about 30 minutes after store opened at 8am. Even though everything is handled electronically for inventory, the "Ready" email doesn't come until someone at the store sets aside your box.

Be patient and it should arrive (you can also check the order status directly on the Apple website like someone else suggested -- it updates faster than the emails get sent out).

Happy shopping!
Josh
 
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