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Apple Watch sells out in a matter of hours, shipping estimates slip back to June through August

The Apple Watch sold out in a number of hours last night as the pre-order option for the unit became available on the Apple Store web site. Over the course of the launch, shipping times for all models slipped to 4-6 weeks or later less than 6 hours after pre-orders started at 12:01 AM Pacific […]

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Apple Watch reservations to be limited to one unit per customer, limited stock expected

It’s one Apple Watch reservation at a time for in-store pickup, ladies and gentlemen. Sources have confirmed that customers will be limited to one Apple Watch each through Apple’s Reserve and Pickup service. Customers in the United States and other launch countries will have to present a valid government-issued photo ID upon pickup. Apple has […]

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Leaked Apple documents outline possible Apple Watch purchase, try-on process

Some leaked documents have revealed what may be in store for Apple Watch buyers come April. Shoppers wanting to buy an Apple Watch from an Apple Store will not be able to pick one up without a prior reservation, at least at launch, according to a new report. Prospective buyers will need to make a […]

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Rumor: Apple Watch to see initial supply constraints with OLED unit, but constraint is not unexpected

The Apple Watch may see supply constraints before launch, but Apple should be prepared for them. This is what one source has indicated, as Apple has seen similar issues. When the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus debuted last year, Apple struggled to keep up with consumer demand for months. That may happen again with […]

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Apple Store employees undergoing final Watch training, units to be in stores on April 10th

With April 10th and the launch of the Apple Watch approaching, Apple Store retail employees have been receiving special training on the device, but special meetings will take place at retail stores starting next week to give all retail employees a chance to go hands-on with the watch. Many employees will see the watch in […]