iPhone 3G S Customers Reporting Activation Delays
A number of iPhone 3G S customers in the U.S. are reporting problems activating their new purchases for use. According to a message displayed during the activation process, it may take up to 48 hours for activations to go through.
Due to current iPhone activation volumes, it may take up to 48 hours to resolve your issue. We will send a confirmation to {e-mail address redacted} once your activation is complete. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes. You can set up your iPhone and enjoy features that do not require access to the AT&T network. To get started, please disconnect and then reconnect your iPhone.
Several MacRumors forum members have reported that they have had success by calling AT&T and having a representative assist them with activation, while others have reported that AT&T representatives have simply told them that nothing can be done to speed up the process.Top Rated Comments
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35 months ago
Well, what should you expect from a pig - but a grunt - especially on a day like today? :D
35 months ago
Back in 2007, I waited 30 hours during launch weekend for my original iPhone to be activated. That was the longest, most depressing 30 hours of my life....
On the other hand, my 3G S activated within about 10 minutes this morning on the West Coast....
On the other hand, my 3G S activated within about 10 minutes this morning on the West Coast....
35 months ago
I bought my 3G S at an ATT store this morning at 10am CST. They activated it in about a minute. I bought my gen 1 and gen 2 iPhones at the Apple Store. The first one activated great. The 2nd one with the in-store activation was a total pain. I opted for ATT locally this time which saved me a 2 hour drive and apparently an activation hassle.
Very worth it regardless. (snappilicious)
Very worth it regardless. (snappilicious)
35 months ago
Oh, AT&T. Another nail in the coffin we're preparing for your use on the day your exclusive deal with Apple expires.
35 months ago
seemed like my activation was hanging.......then I ejected the SIM card with the little tool in the packaging and replaced it and the phone activated immediately - worth a try - TC
35 months ago
Apparently Rogers is having some of the same issues here in Canada (or Calgary at least). Was at the Rogers store today and they said that many of the 32GB iPhones are not activating right now.
35 months ago
I had a problem with my 1st gen iPhone that I bought on iDay. I wasn't able to get it activated until the next day at about noon. I had to actually call and talk with someone twice before it actually worked. I would recommend that anyone having problems call AT&T.
35 months ago
i really don't care as long as i can check out the other features. but will it deactivate my 1st gen iphone's sim? then i'll be pissed if i'm phone-less for up to 2 days.
my 3gs got delivered at 9am, but i don't have my laptop to activate/sync it.
my 3gs got delivered at 9am, but i don't have my laptop to activate/sync it.
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