Preparing for shipment - HOW LONG?!

[Lowe Lilliehorn]

Hello!
Ive just got an update to my ordered iMac 5k which I ordered on June 24. The new information is that my iMac is preparing for shipment, but I don't really understand what it REALLY means, and how long it will be taking.

Thanks
Lowe

 

[0128672]

Hello!
Ive just got an update to my ordered iMac 5k which I ordered on June 24. The new information is that my iMac is preparing for shipment, but I don't really understand what it REALLY means, and how long it will be taking.

Thanks
Lowe

You'll likely see it changed to shipped status within 24 hours or less.

 

[Apple_Robert]

Preparing for shipment could last 1 - 4 days. Once the Mac has started the shipping process, your credit card will be charged and the shipping status will change to shipped.

 

[0128672]

Actually, I defer to BasicGreatGuy's post, which is more realistic.