Apple Store down, not a sign of the apocalypse

Jordan O'Brien

October 31, 2013

Guess what day it is? No go on, guess. Okay if you need a helping hand then today is the day that the iPad Air goes on sale, the new thinner and lighter full-sized iPad. We’re not quite sure why Apple has to take down its online store to update it with a new product, but it’s become a tradition so it’s nice to see it continuing.

If you’re looking to buy the iPad Air, then the launch will kick off in the morning, with Apple Stores opening around the world at 8am local time, with as many as 500-1000 units of the device available per store.

Stores currently down include Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Netherlands, Thailand and China, with more set to go down later tonight.

About the Author

Jordan O'Brien

Technology Journalist with an unhealthy obsession with trains and American TV. Attempts satire far too often. (+44) 020 7324 3502

Share this article

More Stories

Google Nexus 5 is official, full specs inside

They day has finally come – the Google Nexus 5 is official. The company announced the phone last night, with it already available to order through the Google Play Store. The LG-made handset is already sold out in some territories, but, at the time of writing, doesn’t appear to be gone at the UK outlet. […]

November 1, 2013

I.C.Y.M.I. 020: iPad Mini 2 release date, Sony money and Android 4.4

It’s time for I.C.Y.M.I! Today’s video talks the rumoured iPad Mini 2 release date, Sony’s money and Android 4.4.

October 31, 2013

iPad Mini 2 tipped for November 21 release date

Apple stayed very quiet when it came to announcing the iPad Mini with Retina Display’s release date, citing ‘end of November’, rather than giving a concrete date. We already know why the silence, with Tim Cook confirming that there may be some supply issues with the Retina Display — but if you’re looking forward to […]

October 31, 2013

HTC One could see UK ban after Nokia win

If you’re a phone manufacturer, there’s nothing better than beating your competitor in the courtroom — after all that means you could potentially get a ban on the other’s products, meaning the marketplace could become a lot emptier. Nokia is seeing this potential and is pushing for a ban of HTC’s flagship One in the […]

October 31, 2013