Daniel Eran Dilger
Starting today, US shoppers buying iPhone 4 can now choose between AT&T and Verizon for service, with the Apple Store offering links to both carrier's plans and service maps.
Wait times for AT&T are still listed as shipping within 24 hours, while the new Verizon iPhone 4 model is currently stating an shipping availability of February 18th for orders set to be mailed to the user.
When we placed an order for the new phone, the shipping receipt stated our order would ship "by February 18th," and be delivered "within 5 business days after shipping," potentially as late as February 25.
A choice to reserve a Verizon iPhone for pickup in a retail Apple Store was not listed as an available option, and the black model remained the only version currently listed for sale. Buyers who prefer to pick up their new phone will want to "check back soon."
Apple offers free shipping on its online orders, while in-store pickups are stated to include free setup. Existing AT&T customers who enter their account information will have their phone number switched over to new Verizon service when they receive their new phone and connect it to iTunes to initiate setup. Users who purchase or pickup a new phone in the store will be switched over in the store. The actual switchover process may take between one to three hours, according to Apple's site.
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13 Comments
I started the process to reserve a phone exactly on the hour.
The first time I went through, I did receive the "try back later" screen as listed in the article.
However, on my second try through, starting 15 minutes later, I was able to select a local store and get the "Your reservation is confirmed" screen listing the correct date, store and what I ordered, and what I must bring to the store.
That being said, I'm not keen on the idea that I have to wait until noon... I plan to show up in the morning since I've already put in to take the morning off and I can not take the afternoon off.
With that said, I still am waiting for the confirmation email mentioned on the "Your reservation is confirmed page":Thanks for reserving your iPhone. You'll receive a confirmation email shortly. You can pick up your new iPhone at the Apple Retail Store starting at 12:00 p.m. on the selected date. We'll get you activated fast, and then we'll set up your iPhone to make calls, browse the web, and receive personal email right on the spot.
will stay with ATT but congrat to all the new Verizon iPhone 4 owners. Welcome to the 4 club. You will be amazed how high quality Apple products are compare to all other cheap plastic droid
AT&T iPhone 4 owner happily switching to Verizon iPhone 4
AT&T reception is fine at college, go home and nothing.. Verizon has full coverage in both spots. No brainer.
I started the process to reserve a phone exactly on the hour.
The first time I went through, I did receive the "try back later" screen as listed in the article.
However, on my second try through, starting 15 minutes later, I was able to select a local store and get the "Your reservation is confirmed" screen listing the correct date, store and what I ordered, and what I must bring to the store.
That being said, I'm not keen on the idea that I have to wait until noon... I plan to show up in the morning since I've already put in to take the morning off and I can not take the afternoon off.
With that said, I still am waiting for the confirmation email mentioned on the "Your reservation is confirmed page":Thanks for reserving your iPhone. You'll receive a confirmation email shortly. You can pick up your new iPhone at the Apple Retail Store starting at 12:00 p.m. on the selected date. We'll get you activated fast, and then we'll set up your iPhone to make calls, browse the web, and receive personal email right on the spot.
dont worry, you will get the email. My email was 8 hour late after i preordered mine on ATT. and i had to stay in line for 8 hours to get it. Will have it shipped home next time when the iPhone 5 coming out
"On the fence" AT&T iPhone 4 owner waiting for the iPhone 5...if all is well then I'll switch to Verizon.