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traderlucky

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Sep 15, 2012
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I wasn't able to preorder early enough and I'm wondering if it would be possible to get the new iPhone 5 in the Apple Stores in NYC on launch day (or even before Oct 5)?
 
I think it's worth a try - you might not get a phone but they will put your name down and then notify you when they get a phone in for you. I did this for the 4 (walked in like three days after launch) and ended up getting the phone 6 days after launch. Sooner than a lot of people who preordered. But I still had to wait in line for 3 hours to pick up my phone (this was at Fifth Ave apple store).

This time around I will just be patient and wait for my preorder (10/5 delivery) but if you are eager to get it before Oct, you should try walking in.
 
Will it be possible to walk in to an Apple store in NYC after 5pm on 9/21


Sure, it is possible.

Also possible you can get a phone, with no line.
Also possible there will be a long line.
Also possible they will be sold out.
 
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