With Holiday Season Approaching, Apple Whittles Down Shipping Time for AirPods
Apple’s AirPod shipping times have finally improved, narrowing from six weeks around the earphones' holiday season launch to two to three weeks Monday, Apple Insider reported. The dearth of product led some sellers to up their price for the $159…
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per pair in the interim (see 1702170055). In February, an Amazon seller charged $249 for the highly sought devices, and an eBay auction ended at $235 with 12 bids, while “buy it now” prices were as high as $299, we found. The Apple website Tuesday showed a delivery window of two-three weeks, but availability in our local New York Apple Store was Sept. 20. Numerous retailers came up in a Google search for the AirPods, including Macy’s, which reported it in stock and said the product “usually ships within 2 business days.” Other retailers showing the earphones for $159 were Adorama, B&H Photo, Abt, Target, P.C. Richard & Son, Best Buy and Verizon Wireless. Walmart’s price was $177.99, sold and shipped by Mian Brothers, said the website. Apple CEO Tim Cook said on the most recent earnings call the company had improved delivery time on the devices.