AT&T systems are currently down, which has stopped all iPhone activation at the moment. Repeat, there is no 3G selling going on at the moment! Apple stores had no ETA on when systems would be back up—could be later today, tommorrow?—"we just don't have any idea right now." [RackedWire]
Our list of Apple Stores have all models in stock today. The longest line reported was in Pasadena at a 1/2 hr. No lines at Glendale Galleria, and "very short" lines at The Grove, Beverly Center, 3rd Street Promenade and Century City. [Racked Wire]
Apple Store staffers seemed to be losing steam today on dealing with line inquiries. No line and all 3G models in stock at The Grove, Century City, and Glendale Galleria; two people in line at Beverly Center and a "very small line" in Pasadena with all models in stock; there was a line at the 3rd Street Promenade, but "it died down, though it will grow again"—all models available. [RackedWire]
We're taking a cue from our Racked NYC colleagues and condensing our Line Report. Today, no line currently at The Grove, Beverly Center, Pasadena, and Glendale Galleria Apple Stores. There's a 1hr wait at the 3rd Street Promenade store and a 2-person line at Century City. All 3G models are in stock at all listed locations. [RackedWire]
Wow, this is momentous—no line at the Pasadena Apple Store! No line at three stores on our list in fact. Could it all end soon (we ask optimistically)? :
The Grove Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 1/2 hr wait
Beverly Center Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, no line
Pasadena Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK. "For the first time that I've seen, there's no line, but that doesn't mean there won't be one by the time you get here."
3rd Street Promenade Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 3 or 4 people in line
Glendale Galleria Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK. "There's a little line."
Century City Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, no line
While wait times and availability have both improved this week, the staff's interest in concretely answering the question, "How long is the wait?" seems to be dwindling fast:
The Grove Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, re: the lines, "It hasn't been that bad at all the last few days."
Beverly Center Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, five minute wait "hopefully"
Pasadena Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, thirty minute wait
3rd Street Promenade Apple Store: As of 8:09am, just rings and rings AGAIN!
Glendale Galleria Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 40 people in line for vouchers
Century City Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, "We're not even quite open yet, so not sure about the line."
Though the 3rd Street Promenade peepes have gone MIA (who can blame them with all the chaos), lines have gotten at least a smidgen shorter today with 30 minute waits almost across the board:
The Grove Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, one hour wait
Beverly Center Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 30 minute wait (at the most)
Pasadena Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 30 minute wait
3rd Street Promenade Apple Store: Still closed, as of 8:18am. Have they run for the hills? They didn't pick up yesterday either!
Glendale Galleria Apple Store: Black 16 gig and white 16 gig in stock, "There's always a wait."
Century City Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 30 minute wait
We're not gonna sugar coat it for you guys: things are looking a bit dire today. As of 8:20am, no wait is under 40 minutes, all phones are in stock (but supply is looking limited) and 3rd Street Promenade won't even pick up the phone anymore:
The Grove Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 1 1/2 hour wait (eek)
Beverly Center Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 45 minute wait
Pasadena Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 1 1/2 wait, "If you're lucky."
3rd Street Promenade Apple Store: Just ringing and ringing, as of 8:20am
Glendale Galleria Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 40 minute wait
Century City Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 45 minute wait
While Pasadena may have been yesterday's best option, today it's looking like lamesville. What comes up, must come down, it seems. Head to the Beverly Center for a practically non-existent line:
The Grove Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 15 minute wait
Beverly Center Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 5 minute wait
Pasadena Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, an hour wait
3rd Street Promenade Apple Store: Have hours changed? There's a "closed" message on the store's voicemail as of 8:17am.
Glendale Galleria Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, salesperson says, "When I walked in this morning, there were already 30 people."
Century City Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 5-10 minute wait
It's a Monday morning miracle: every single Apple store actually has all models in stock (a good omen for the week?), but almost everyone predicts that the black 16 gigs will be first to go. While the Pasadena store seems like the best bet right now, the line situation is relatively low key everywhere but 3rd Street Promenade:
The Grove Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 20 minute wait
Beverly Center Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, less than 30 minute wait
Pasadena Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 10 minute wait
3rd Street Promenade Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, one hour wait
Glendale Galleria Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, noncommittal: "moderate line, but it will get heavier throughout the day."
Century City Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, 30 minute wait
This is it, the three-week mark since the iPhone 3G launched and 2hr lines still exist around town. Today, The Grove seems like the best bet, while Glendale is not looking good:
The Grove Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK. 45-minute wait.
Beverly Center Apple Store: Black 16 gig and white 16 gig in stock. 20-minute wait.
Pasadena Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK, but running low on white 16 gig. 1 1/2hr wait.
3rd Street Promenade Apple Store: Black 16 gig and white 16 gig in stock, with a few black 8 gigs. 2hr wait.
Glendale Galleria Apple Store: "We can't guarantee that if you come down to the store now you'll get a phone."
Century City Apple Store: White 16 gig in stock. 1-1 1/2hr wait.
Century City is the only Apple Store that is not on the ticket system today. Everywhere else, you can stand in line to get a ticket, then come back to pick up your iPhone anytime before 6pm, if you so choose. Or you can just stay in line:
The Grove Apple Store: White 16 gig and black 8 gig in stock. 1 1/2hr wait.
Beverly Center Apple Store: White 16 gig and black 8 gig in stock. Line is "short."
Pasadena Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK. 2hr wait.
3rd Street Promenade Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK. "Last I checked, there were about 70 people in line. We're dedicating between 8am-10am exclusively to iPhone sales."
Glendale Galleria Apple Store: White 16 gig in stock. 1/2-1hr wait.
Century City Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK. 1-1 1/2 hr wait. No ticket system here, "just first come, first serve at the moment."
The Beverly Center and The Grove are your best bets this morning, though the Beverly Center is not fully stocked:
The Grove Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK. 1/2 wait.
Beverly Center Apple Store: Black 16 gig in stock. NO LINE.
Pasadena Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK. 3hr wait.
3rd Street Promenade Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK. 2hr wait.
Glendale Galleria Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK. 1hr wait. NOTE: Contrary to a staffer we spoke to yesterday, the Glendale store is open at 8am like all other Apple Stores. "Someone was incorrectly informed, sorry..."
Century City Apple Store: ALL MODELS IN STOCK. 2hr wait.
Like others, designer Patrick Robinson has our attention at the Gap. On our latest trip to the retailer at The Grove, it was the leather and leather-and-cotton handbags, clutches and totes that got our attention. In a palette of gray, black, stone and ruddy brown, the leather is substantial, giving fold-over clutches (some with handles, some without), fold-over satchels, and big, rounded bags shape. Grommets and stitching detail give the bags a rustic feel without compromising the sophistication. Of course, you pay for this, around $100-$150, depending on the style, but when you consider what you fork over for a handbag—not even a big designer—it might just be worth it.
There are less expensive options in the collection. Woven cotton bags with leather trim run around $50-$75, and are also attractive, though don't meet the same style standards as the all-leather pieces. A couple of the styles are available online, but not the most interesting bags. [RackedWire]
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AT&T systems are currently down, which has stopped all iPhone activation at the moment. Repeat, there is no 3G selling going on at the moment! Apple stores had no ETA on when systems would be back up—could be later today, tommorrow?—"we just don't have any idea right now." [RackedWire]
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