The Retina iPad mini is expected to be in short supply through the holiday season and into 2014, so those looking to purchase Apple’s tiny new tablet in a store often need to use all the tools at their disposal. One of those tools, unfortunately, was recently ripped off the Internet when Apple sent lawyers after its creator. Good news, Apple fans: a similar service has returned and it lets you check all of your local Apple Stores for Retina iPad mini stock. Of course, for those who don’t want to brave the elements and deal with stores, it looks like there is still plenty of inventory to be purchased online. At the time of this writing, Apple’s website listed a shipping quote of 1-3 days for 16GB and 32GB Retina iPad mini models in either silver or slate gray. All other models ship within 5-10 business days, meaning orders placed now for any model will arrive long before the holidays come around.
Retina iPad mini stock checker back online – until Apple tears it down
Published Nov 14th, 2013 9:30AM EST
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Zach Epstein has been the Executive Editor at BGR for more than 15 years. He manages BGR’s editorial team and ensures that best practices are adhered to. He also oversees the Ecommerce team and directs the daily flow of all content. Zach first joined BGR in 2007 as a Staff Writer covering business, technology, and entertainment.
His work has been quoted by countless top news organizations, and he was recently named one of the world's top 10 “power mobile influencers” by Forbes. Prior to BGR, Zach worked as an executive in marketing and business development with two private telcos.
