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UGHHH I hate Apple for using FedEx. Instead of being out on a truck it states "Package not due for delivery" FedEx has no incentive to deliver it early. and the scheduled delivery is Wednesday.

Apple is so freakin greedy this year. Being cheap out on shipping, removing items from the box, increasing Apple care costs, increasing costs in other countries beyond the exchange rate.
I ordered through my carrier so it came via FedEx. It was totally smooth and on time. FedEx is not some fly by night operation! Are you saying the package is at your local center but not being released to the truck? Why is delivery scheduled for Wednesday? If it were me I’d call the depot.
 
I’m still hoping for Wednesday but doubting that will happen.


Ugh, same here. I don’t think or know if we’ve even departed China. My last update is the documents submitted and my status is CLEARANCE IN PROGRESS. Cue the sad “Pablo Escobar” Narcos meme...

I found the iPhone 11 thread and realized that this happened to everybody last year… Where if you pre-ordered you got stuck waiting for it to ship with a pushed back date and going through the hassle of having to either cancel or return the orders when you could’ve simply just purchased and picked up the phone on launch date.

I don’t know why it never dawned on me to come onto these forums long before this.
 
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That's funny - I ordered and paid for it on pre order day last week and it still has yet to show.

Still says it's in ZZ China!

Daaaaamn. Sorry man. I’m not holding my breath for Nov 3rd after reading some of the comments here.
 
I ordered through my carrier so it came via FedEx. It was totally smooth and on time. FedEx is not some fly by night operation! Are you saying the package is at your local center but not being released to the truck? Why is delivery scheduled for Wednesday? If it were me I’d call the depot.
It is a scheduled delivery. The service apple pays for wont let it come sooner. It's how FedEx adds value to their priority over night shipping.
 
Yeah, I feel like if you’re coming from a Max, the battery on the 6.1” Pro will be a “letdown.” It’s not a knock against the 6.1” Pro, just coming from a bigger phone with a bigger battery, it’s noticeable.


Yeah, I agree, when i got the phone on the first day, people bashed me saying wait but I already knew I can tell it’s draining from 5g and other stuff which I knew was gonna happen, tho I knew I was gonna go for the big one cause of these issues but over all the phone isn’t bad it’s just coming from a bigger battery it’s noticeable, nonetheless to say I can’t wait to pre order my 12 pro max
 
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Finally talked to Apple about my not moving launch day package. They opened an investigation on a lost package and will follow up with me. :confused:

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Ok you guys. I really need to decide if I should hold for pick up even though that is still an obstacle for me with work... or if I should let the dice roll on a chance for a smooth delivery.

If I'm still lucky enough for the package to come on the 28th... though I'm nearly giving up on this date but part of me is scared to make any changes. If I have any chance in getting this phone before my trip and by the 29th I don't know if it's wiser to hold (since I'm not sure if that will impact my window) or chance it with a delivery. Both methods something can go wrong. SIGH.

I guess my phone first has to leave China before I start stressing myself over the actual delivery.
 
Well, my phone shipped 2 days ago.....still stuck in China "Awaiting Gov't Approval"...sigh. Still says from yesterday "WE've submitted documentation to a Gov't agency and are awaiting approval". My Apple watch 6 just took ONE day to be delivered. Supposed to be here tomorrow...we'll see. It is amazing how fast Apple stuff ships from the other side of the world...usually.
I had that scan on Saturday. I have been stuck on “ Your package is in transit. We are updating plans to schedule your delivery./ The package will be forwarded to a UPS facility in the destination city.” since then. 2 consecutive scans. Ugh.
 
Ok you guys. I really need to decide if I should hold for pick up even though that is still an obstacle for me with work... or if I should let the dice roll on a chance for a smooth delivery.

If I'm still lucky enough for the package to come on the 28th... though I'm nearly giving up on this date but part of me is scared to make any changes. If I have any chance in getting this phone before my trip and by the 29th I don't know if it's wiser to hold (since I'm not sure if that will impact my window) or chance it with a delivery. Both methods something can go wrong. SIGH.

I guess my phone first has to leave China before I start stressing myself over the actual delivery.
Once it gets out of China, things usually become much more predictable (although some have posted here about getting stuck at UPS stations after Louisville). I’d say wait until tomorrow and see if you are on the way yet, then decide.
 
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In a new support document spotted by MacRumors, Apple has quietly warned users that there are some significant downsides to its innovative new MagSafe wireless charging system, that extend beyond concerns about its weak magnets.

In a series of bullet points at the end of the document, Apple warns buyers of iPhone 12 series phones that MagSafe can:
  • Increase heat build up and restrict charging, saying if your iPhone battery gets “too warm” charging will be limited to 80% capacity.
  • Damage the magnetic strips and RFID chips in credit cards, security badges, passports and key fobs if they come between the back of your iPhone and the MagSafe charger. Apple sells a MagSafe Wallet, so be very careful.
  • Damage leather cases used with the charger by leaving “circular imprints”. Similar damage to silicon cases has also been reported after just a few days, so questions must also be asked about what this will do to the glass backs of case-less iPhone 12 models over time.
 
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Ugh, same here. I don’t think or know if we’ve even departed China. My last update is the documents submitted and my status is CLEARANCE IN PROGRESS. Cue the sad “Pablo Escobar” Narcos meme...

I found the iPhone 11 thread and realized that this happened to everybody last year… Where if you pre-ordered you got stuck waiting for it to ship with a pushed back date and going through the hassle of having to either cancel or return the orders when you could’ve simply just purchased and picked up the phone on launch date.

I don’t know why it never dawned on me to come onto these forums long before this.
Our phones are travelling through Incheon, I got multiple scans last night. It travelled from China to Incheon and departed from Incheon and currently at "Your package was released by the customs agency." Not sure if it is in the US already.
 
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Ok you guys. I really need to decide if I should hold for pick up even though that is still an obstacle for me with work... or if I should let the dice roll on a chance for a smooth delivery.

If I'm still lucky enough for the package to come on the 28th... though I'm nearly giving up on this date but part of me is scared to make any changes. If I have any chance in getting this phone before my trip and by the 29th I don't know if it's wiser to hold (since I'm not sure if that will impact my window) or chance it with a delivery. Both methods something can go wrong. SIGH.

I guess my phone first has to leave China before I start stressing myself over the actual delivery.
You should hold for pickup because then you know the times they are open for pickup.
With a driver, unless you are going to wait for him/her all day long at your front door, it's too agonizing...

Mine is finally delivering this Wed but will be returned since I already picked one up at the Apple store.
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In a new support document spotted by MacRumors, Apple has quietly warned users that there are some significant downsides to its innovative new MagSafe wireless charging system, that extend beyond concerns about its weak magnets.

In a series of bullet points at the end of the document, Apple warns buyers of iPhone 12 series phones that MagSafe can:
  • Increase heat build up and restrict charging, saying if your iPhone battery gets “too warm” charging will be limited to 80% capacity.
  • Damage the magnetic strips and RFID chips in credit cards, security badges, passports and key fobs if they come between the back of your iPhone and the MagSafe charger. Apple sells a MagSafe Wallet, so be very careful.
  • Damage leather cases used with the charger by leaving “circular imprints”. Similar damage to silicon cases has also been reported after just a few days, so questions must also be asked about what this will do to the glass backs of case-less iPhone 12 models over time.
Dude. Maybe I should pass on upgrading this year....
Whenever I actually get that phone in hand I'm sure I'll forget all about this 🤣

Hey @nateatlarge If I remember correctly you had some hiccups with your delivery. Overall how was your experience?
 
Our phones are travelling through Incheon, I got multiple scans last night. It travelled from China to Incheon and departed from Incheon and currently at "Your package was released by the customs agency." Not sure if it is in the US already.
Ugh-I went on the tour of Asia last year. Don’t need to do it again!
 
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