Apple's iPhone 5s and 5c draw massive crowds on launch day
Apple stores worldwide were packed this morning as the iPhone 5s and 5c went up for sale in a total of 11 countries and territories. Here's a look at some of the lineups spotted around the globe.
Customers line up outside Apple's flagship Fifth Avenue store. Thanks to AppleInsider reader Ryan.
Apple stores across America and the world saw huge crowds this morning as eager customers prepared to pick up their new iPhones. Apple's flagship Fifth Avenue store, where customers began to line up earlier this month ? before the iPhone 5s and 5c were even announced ? boasted a snake-like queue on the pavement outside the store's landmark glass cube.
Thanks to AppleInsider reader Ryan.
Even smaller Apple stores, like those in White Plains, New York and Indianapolis, Indiana saw dozens of customers queue up well before the opening countdown. Analysts have predicted that Apple could sell up to 8 million of the new devices on launch weekend.
The concourse outside Apple Store Keystone in Indianapolis, Indiana was lined with customers. Thanks to AppleInsider reader Brandon.
Apple Store Westchester in White Plains, New York handed out snacks to those waiting in line
A pickup ticket for an iPhone 5s at Apple Store Westchester in White Plains, New York
iPhone 5s and 5c lined up on launch day behind the Genius Bar at Apple Store Westchester in White Plains, New York
Customers line up outside Apple's flagship Fifth Avenue store. Thanks to AppleInsider reader Ryan.
Apple stores across America and the world saw huge crowds this morning as eager customers prepared to pick up their new iPhones. Apple's flagship Fifth Avenue store, where customers began to line up earlier this month ? before the iPhone 5s and 5c were even announced ? boasted a snake-like queue on the pavement outside the store's landmark glass cube.
Thanks to AppleInsider reader Ryan.
Even smaller Apple stores, like those in White Plains, New York and Indianapolis, Indiana saw dozens of customers queue up well before the opening countdown. Analysts have predicted that Apple could sell up to 8 million of the new devices on launch weekend.
The concourse outside Apple Store Keystone in Indianapolis, Indiana was lined with customers. Thanks to AppleInsider reader Brandon.
Apple Store Westchester in White Plains, New York handed out snacks to those waiting in line
A pickup ticket for an iPhone 5s at Apple Store Westchester in White Plains, New York
iPhone 5s and 5c lined up on launch day behind the Genius Bar at Apple Store Westchester in White Plains, New York
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The stores are beautiful.
People? No. Waiting hours in line. WTF? The Apple brand is much more than that. Just order it online or chose a decent hour to pick it up. Seriously...
Maybe it's me that never owned an iPhone. I will study hard, work hard, and save a few bucks from time to time to a nice, 4.5" to 5" iPhone.
yesireee. around the globe now constitutes manhattan and white plains (about 30 miles apart) and indianapolis, indiana, 700 miles to the west. but, yeah, around the globe.
@pedromartins
Why not getting an iPad mini and a feature phone?
Samsung could mimic everything to some extent except LOYAL customers, cult following and originality.
Your ads wont mock the ones who wait for iPhones, Samsung!
Get the f*** out of this world.
The "Designed by Apple in California" ad says "Does it deserve to exist?"
I strongly feel Apple referred Samsung products here.
Definitely the lowest stock I've seen in release day yet at 3rd party stores. Both Best buys only got 10 black for each carrier. One Walmart got none, the other got two black for sprint. Yes- two. And target- for both stores- the dumb 3rd party vendor hasn't even showed up to deliver product. On wait list, we'll see.
This is the first year I've seen that you're basically going to have to go to a carrier or Apple store if you want one on release day. Side note- there were no lines at ALL at any of the other stores (3rd party- Best buy, target, etc)- less than 10 people showed up. Unfortunately, there weren't any phones. lol
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@pedromartins
Why not getting an iPad mini and a feature phone?
The iPad mini is too big. The screen is too bad. It is much slower compared to new iPhones. The feature phone is too stupid.
A bigger iPhone would be perfect. Will be perfect.
Where's Woz?
Define "innovation". It certainly does not include 5" screen - anyone can (& do) slap 5" screens on a phone. I say the A7 chip, M7 chip, Touch ID, and updated camera are all innovative.
He said /s (sarcasm)
Where's Woz?
I saw him waiting outside a Samsung Store ( there were 0 people waiting in line ), but there was no iPhone available.
When you wait on one of these lines, you inevitably meet all kinds of wonderful people--young AND old--so if you have the time, the energy, and something to keep you occupied like a book on your iPad.... I dare you.. do it... wait on one of these lines just once... unless the weather is horrible, I can almost guarantee you will not regret it.
And, FYI, Apple is VERY good about traveling down the line to inform people who are toward the very back that they may not have a chance at getting their model due to the amount that are currently in stock.
Why were consumers waiting for what is basically last year's model iPhone that still comes with a tiny display. Show me the innovation!
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You are an idiot!!
I knew the 5S would be a success, it is very impressive. Not looking for a new phone myself at the moment, but will be in line for the A7 iPad.
You are an idiot!!
>> read the /s <<
stands for sarcasm. ;-)
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