International iPad Launch Details: Apple Stores Opening Early, UK Third-Party Retailers, UK 3G Service From 3
With Friday's launch of the iPad in nine new countries right around the corner, Apple and others are making preparations for the big day. On Apple's front, the company has announced that its retail stores in the launch countries will be opening at 8:00 AM to accommodate the expected crowds looking to get their hands on the company's tablet device. Eight of the nine countries seeing iPad launches on Friday have Apple-owned retail stores, with Spain being the only exception.
In the UK, a report from Times Online indicates that 139 retail stores owned by DSGi, including Currys, PC World, and Dixons Travel, will also be offering the iPad at launch
Meanwhile, UK wireless carrier 3 has announced two monthly recurring iPad 3G service plans priced at 7.50 (1 GB) and 15.00 (10 GB). Orange and O2 released UK data pricing earlier this month.
Numerous MacRumors readers who pre-ordered iPads in the nine new launch countries have reported over the past few days that their orders have shipped and are expected to be delivered on time.
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23 months ago
I pre-ordered mine, but it will not be delivered till like June 8th so I'll wake up early on the 28th and try my luck at the store...and just cancel my pre-order there.
23 months ago
I still wish that I could use mine with T-Mobile here in the states. I know it's unlocked, but using it on EDGE-only is a deal breaker.
23 months ago
Seems a bit rubbish that shops that do a good job of selling apple stuff, John Lewis or Cancom get ignored for 60 days. I'd think twice before buying a windows machine from the dixons group, let alone a mac.
23 months ago
Amazing deal from 3, makes me laugh that Voda, Orange and 02 are offering 3GB for £15...****ing joke
23 months ago
the 3 3g prices look pretty good, much better than the other main competitors anyway.
23 months ago
currys, pc world and dixons are owned by the same company
yep, all owned by DSGi as the article says
Seems a bit rubbish that shops that do a good job of selling apple stuff, John Lewis or Cancom get ignored for 60 days. I'd think twice before buying a windows machine from the dixons group, let alone a mac.
I'd think twice about buying anything from Dixons. Expensive prices & clueless and annoying staff.
Amazing deal from 3, makes me laugh that Voda, Orange and 02 are offering 3GB for £15...****ing joke
I've got a 3 mifi thingie and it's generally much faster than 02, and much better signal. Only issue is there is virtually no coverage outside built up areas.
23 months ago
Seems a bit rubbish that shops that do a good job of selling apple stuff, John Lewis or Cancom get ignored for 60 days. I'd think twice before buying a windows machine from the dixons group, let alone a mac.
I agree. I purchased a few things from Dixons before they got sold; but Currys, PC World and Comet - no way!
The only place - other than Apple - where I would buy an Apple product is John Lewis (outside London, that is). When is the second-gen coming to the UK?
23 months ago
The only problem with 3 is that you should call them to activate it. it's just O2 that gives you the online activation option. Anyway 3 is the best and we should give it a try.
I received an email from apple that I will get my iPad before or on May 28th. Before? i don't think so!
I received an email from apple that I will get my iPad before or on May 28th. Before? i don't think so!
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