In two minds as to whether I should get 16 or 32 GB?
My iPad 1 was 16 as was my iPad 2. It probably makes more sense going with 32GB.
We also had a 16gb iPad 1 and iPad 2. We're definitely going with the 32gb this time around. Now that our daughter is wanting to watch all of her Dora and Blue's Clues episodes on the iPad and with the amount of apps we have to load on it the 16gb size just isn't sufficient.
What I wonder is how quickly delivery times will slip and how far out they will go. I want delivery as late in April as possible since my in-laws are flying over at the beginning of May. No reason to waste warranty while it sits in their luggage.
I ordered 2 iPads, one personalized and one regular. The personalized one shipped from EPZ, China today and is currently in Chengdu, China. Shipped by UPS.
This is amazing news....someone ordered something and got a shipping notice. Who would have thought.....
Seriously, though, I wonder how many people will get them a day or two early, as what happened with the iPhone 4S pre-orders. This time around, Apple seems to have caught up with the supply chain (I guess 7 months of Tim Cook as the undisputed CEO is having its effect) and even new orders today for the Wi-Fi and Verizon models are due to arrive next Friday, so I wouldn't be surprised if a few people get theirs early.
I originally placed an order on the 7th for an AT&T model, but I changed it yesterday to Verizon after they confirmed that hotspot would be included (AT&T is still "working with Apple" on it - translation: they are figuring out how to charge extra for it).
My black 32GB + Verizion left from Shenzhen, with estimated delivery date of March 16 according to UPS (and they are usually accurate to the day). However, since I am in San Francisco, "Gateway to the Pacific Rim," hopefully I can receive it a day or 2 earlier Interestingly, it does not say Signature Required. I don't want the UPS guy to just leave it at my door! I'm sure there are lots of schemers out there on the lookout for boxes this size as they know they will be shipped on this day.
Again, I've said this 10 times so far on this board (I never really commented here before as you can see by my profile) this is my FIRST iPad. I've only used one once for about 3 minutes and it was for a boring hospital survey, so I have never really experienced one. That explains my sheer giddiness and anxiety. Geez, I hope it calms down before next Friday!!
The more I am researching, the more I am learning that this thing can do so much more than a PC or laptop, especially for the type of work that I do where I need mobility, that I really do believe these will overtake computers. I always thought that was a joke before, but I see it as the truth. Still love my Macbook though!
Got notice that I'm about to receive the extra power adapter and smart cover (separately, they could learn a tad from Amazon on that) while the iPad is still aimed at a 16th "delivery" with no shipping notice as of yet.
Mine's in Nashville. Says estimated delivery on Monday by 3pm. I only ordered the iPad so it can't be for another item. I wonder if it changes later but it'd be great to get it early!
Mine's in Nashville. Says estimated delivery on Monday by 3pm. I only ordered the iPad so it can't be for another item. I wonder if it changes later but it'd be great to get it early!
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In two minds as to whether I should get 16 or 32 GB?
My iPad 1 was 16 as was my iPad 2.
We also had a 16gb iPad 1 and iPad 2. We're definitely going with the 32gb this time around. Now that our daughter is wanting to watch all of her Dora and Blue's Clues episodes on the iPad and with the amount of apps we have to load on it the 16gb size just isn't sufficient.
What I wonder is how quickly delivery times will slip and how far out they will go. I want delivery as late in April as possible since my in-laws are flying over at the beginning of May. No reason to waste warranty while it sits in their luggage.
the status on my white 16gb wifi ordered 3 hours after pre orders went live says.
"Preparing for Shipment"
what is everyone else saying.
Yup, my 32GB White Wi-Fi is showing the same.
Location\tDate\tLocal Time\tActivity
Chengdu, China\t 03/09/2012\t 7:55 P.M.\tArrival Scan
EPZ, China\t 03/09/2012\t 7:21 P.M.\tDeparture Scan
03/09/2012\t 12:12 P.M.\tOrigin Scan
China\t 03/09/2012\t 2:52 A.M.\tOrder Processed: Ready for UPS
This is amazing news....someone ordered something and got a shipping notice. Who would have thought.....
Seriously, though, I wonder how many people will get them a day or two early, as what happened with the iPhone 4S pre-orders. This time around, Apple seems to have caught up with the supply chain (I guess 7 months of Tim Cook as the undisputed CEO is having its effect) and even new orders today for the Wi-Fi and Verizon models are due to arrive next Friday, so I wouldn't be surprised if a few people get theirs early.
I originally placed an order on the 7th for an AT&T model, but I changed it yesterday to Verizon after they confirmed that hotspot would be included (AT&T is still "working with Apple" on it - translation: they are figuring out how to charge extra for it).
I am in no hurry but if it does show up on Friday we will have an iPad party. Lol
Location Date \tLocal Time \tActivity
Chek Lap Kok, Hong Kong \t03/09/2012 \t8:08 P.M. \t Departure Scan
Shenzhen, China \t 03/09/2012 \t11:55 A.M. \tDeparture Scan
Shenzhen, China \t 03/08/2012 \t9:13 P.M. \t Origin Scan
China \t 03/09/2012 \t10:21 P.M. \tOrder Processed: Ready for UPS
Again, I've said this 10 times so far on this board (I never really commented here before as you can see by my profile) this is my FIRST iPad. I've only used one once for about 3 minutes and it was for a boring hospital survey, so I have never really experienced one. That explains my sheer giddiness and anxiety. Geez, I hope it calms down before next Friday!!
The more I am researching, the more I am learning that this thing can do so much more than a PC or laptop, especially for the type of work that I do where I need mobility, that I really do believe these will overtake computers. I always thought that was a joke before, but I see it as the truth. Still love my Macbook though!
Just got email with a FedEx tracking number for the iPad, track says its in Ontario, CA and will be delivered 3/16.
Wonder if Ontario is where one of those supposed 'big drop ships' of iPads from China went to last week?
Mine's in Nashville. Says estimated delivery on Monday by 3pm. I only ordered the iPad so it can't be for another item. I wonder if it changes later but it'd be great to get it early!
Where did it originate? China?
Where did it originate? China?
It lists Nashville as the city it was picked up in and that's all it lists.
And this is FedEx.
It lists Nashville as the city it was picked up in and that's all it lists.
And this is FedEx.
I think since I got the laser engraving, that is why mine is shipping from China :doh!: