Carrier Can't Pre-order without wireless account

[quantum1010]

So, I woke up at 12am PST to pre-order the iPhone 7. I want the unlocked verizon version but was not able to pre-order it without providing account details associated with a verizon account.

Come on Apple really?

Anyone else run into this issue? Why won't Apple provide a way to purchase the phone full price independent of any carriers?

Also, I wonder if on the 16th, if the store will allow this option?

Thanks,
One angry apple fan!

 

[TVProducer]

Noticed this as well. When i got my 6+ unlocked all they asked was who my provider is (to give them the correct model of phone, GSM Cellular in this case) and i paid, swapped my sim and was on my way