Apple announced that the in‑store pickup option for the iPhone Duo became available again in the United States and Canada early this morning, with the system activating between 5:10 a.m. and 5:15 a.m. Pacific Time. The reactivation comes after a brief window of availability at the start of pre‑orders on Friday, October 16, and a subsequent pause that left customers unable to reserve a pickup slot.
How to Check Availability
Customers who wish to secure a pickup slot must navigate to the iPhone Duo order page, select their preferred color and storage capacity, and proceed to the checkout screen. The checkout interface includes a “pick up in‑store” option; selecting it prompts the user to enter a ZIP code. After entering the ZIP code, the system displays any models that are currently available for reservation at nearby Apple Store locations, along with the specific time slots that can be booked.
Apple notes that, as of the time of writing, most stores in the United States and Canada have no pickup slots left for the day, indicating that inventory remains extremely limited despite the system being live again.
Demand Outpaces Supply
The iPhone Duo launch has generated what Apple described as “nothing short of extraordinary” demand. Within hours of the pre‑order launch, Apple reported that delivery estimates were already extending into late January, well beyond the typical launch‑to‑delivery window. The company said it is working to satisfy demand “as quickly as possible,” but the limited number of pickup slots suggests that the supply chain is still struggling to keep pace with consumer interest.
Queues formed at Apple Store locations around the world on the first day of pre‑orders, and a few customers were able to obtain an iPhone Duo on a walk‑in basis. Apple encourages shoppers who are still looking for a device to monitor the pickup tool frequently, as new slots may become available at any time.
In addition to the United States and Canada, the pickup system has also resumed in several other markets, including Australia, the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Singapore, Japan, China, and a number of additional countries. The broader re‑opening underscores Apple’s global effort to address the surge in demand, though the scarcity of slots appears to be a common challenge across regions.
Consumers who are unable to secure a pickup slot today are advised to keep checking the Apple Store reservation tool, as the company may release additional inventory later in the day or on subsequent days. The situation remains fluid, and Apple’s statements suggest that the company will continue to adjust its fulfillment strategy in response to ongoing demand.
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