Technically you aren't in-debt to Apple until you buy the product. So, you can never get to the "in-debt" stage (generally, since some stores are apparently accepting cash) when buying with cash because they won't allow a transaction to begin with. With the debit card, you're taking the money out of your account and putting it in theirs - so no debt needed. With the credit card, your debt is with the credit card company, not the store.
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Cash will not be accepted for iPad 3G; Credit/Debit card must have YOUR name on it.
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Technically you aren't in-debt to Apple until you buy the product. So, you can never get to the "in-debt" stage (generally, since some stores are apparently accepting cash) when buying with cash because they won't allow a transaction to begin with. With the debit card, you're taking the money out of your account and putting it in theirs - so no debt needed. With the credit card, your debt is with the credit card company, not the store.
I know we're all in anticipation for the 3G, some going so far as taking the day off and declaring it "iPad 3G" day. But I know some of you will be carrying cash tomorrow. And I don't want you to be turned away or get embarrassed because you thought you could pay for one with cash.
You can't.
No Apple Store will take cash. They will only be taking credit/debit card and your name must be explicitly stated on the card (you must also have valid ID). It can not be a gift card or a pre-paid debit card (that doesn't have your name on it).
It sucks, but you still have time to deposit that money in your account or take a friend who will purchase with their card and you pay them back, or...you get what I mean.
Bottom line: No cash.
Not sure how that will affect Apple's bottom-line.
I know how it will affect twitter feeds the nation around tomorrow.
I don't know what planet you live on. But there isn't a store on planet earth that will not take cash for any purchase. This is the biggest load of crap I've ever heard!
lol, retarded much? Why don't you call around and prove him wrong. We'll all eagerly await your update.
lol, retarded much? Why don't you call around and prove him wrong. We'll all eagerly await your update.
Retarded? That's a bit harsh. But I guess that "load of crap" line was a bit over the top. I just did a bit of searching after I posted this and there where some reports that Apple was doing this with the iPhone to track people who were just trying to resell it. I've never heard of such a thing before. I will definitely make some calls and see if any Apple stores in my area are enforcing such a ridiculous policy.
Having said that, I charge everything to get the SkyMiles.
This is making me want to puke!
I paid cash.
Of course it startled the iemployees..
They couldn't use there little icreditcard machine.
Two of them had to count it...
but to refuse cash is just straight up WEIRD in AMERICA
We are all being tracked. Don't trust anyone...
I paid cash.
Of course it startled the iemployees..
They couldn't use there little icreditcard machine.
Two of them had to count it...
but to refuse cash is just straight up WEIRD in AMERICA
We are all being tracked. Don't trust anyone...
Ya I bought my iPod Nano with cash and it was a small ordeal because someone had emptied the table-register early. I'm not a fan of this no checkout style.
Oh dear lord. You've got to be kidding me. What are my chances of me figuring out a way to get my cash in a way that Apple will accept it for me to be able to buy an iPad 3G Friday? I'm looking online and Walmart offers personalized Visa reloadable cards...but I don't know how "instant" that is? My only other option is trying to drag someone with me like my dad who's got a credit card. Anybody have any last minute suggestions?
Edit...now that I look at the reloadable visa cards...I'm guessing Apple won't accept those either because they won't actually have my name on them.
Edit...now that I look at the reloadable visa cards...I'm guessing Apple won't accept those either because they won't actually have my name on them.
It is ridiculous, there's no doubt about that. Some people think it's a good policy, but I sure as heck don't.Retarded? That's a bit harsh. But I guess that "load of crap" line was a bit over the top. I just did a bit of searching after I posted this and there where some reports that Apple was doing this with the iPhone to track people who were just trying to resell it. I've never heard of such a thing before. I will definitely make some calls and see if any Apple stores in my area are enforcing such a ridiculous policy.
Having said that, I charge everything to get the SkyMiles.
I don't have credit cards... so now I have to go in with my freakin MOM to buy the thing for me. I hate the eBayers as much as the next guy, but I don't like being treated like a suspected one either. Take my cash and thank me for my business, Apple. Especially after making me wait 10-14 business days for my 'refund cheque'.
I mean the answer is obvious (you), but who doesn't have a debit card from their bank with a Visa/Mastercard logo on it these days? It's a debit card that you can use where credit cards are accepted, and most banks give them out for free. Are you paranoid about tracking or something? Why don't you have one?
I've been living in so-cal temporarily the past 1.5 years.. never bothered to open a bank account because I'm not staying. From Canada originally, banks there are far behind the rest of the world.. I haven't seen any debit cards with the Visa/MC logo on them yet, not that they'd allow me to use a Canadian card anyway I imagine.
Seriously? When we were in Canada last year we had no trouble using our US credit cards.
You will get a card from WM that has your name on it and works great for apple purcchases, you just won't have it tomorrow. It took a few days to arrive. But I can say that the WM prepaid visa's haven't been an issue the 2 years we have had them!
Thaaaanks. Even though that's not what I wanted to hear.
Maybe I can talk my dad into making the trip to the Apple store today...maybe.Thaaaanks. Even though that's not what I wanted to hear.
I knew it wasn't the best of news - but hey, you know for the future right?! LOL!!
Hopefully Dad will help you out today!
Who can't open a checking account and get a debit card linked to that account nowadays?!
The answer is nobody - banks will not refuse a chance to store someone elses money.
Bring cash. they will accept it. They say no, but the truth is if you ask a manager and explain your situation, they will sell you one with cash. If you try to buy a few with cash, they might question it. but dont go in there like a douche and just be nice, explain your situation and im sure you'll be walking out with an ipad.
Did you people forget to take you Xanax today?
Did you people forget to take you Xanax today?
Actually, there's a large bank chain here that will only issue ATM cards to people with questionable credit histories. The ATM cards don't have the Visa/MasterCard capabilities. They're not debit cards but rather ATM cards. They will allow "application" for a debit card after 6 months to 1 year (depending on credit history) after the account is established.
My own bank changes the transaction capabilities on their debit cards depending on the age of the account. A new account has a $150 debit transaction maximum and this increases over time to the point where I am at $5000 maximum per transaction. They have a long period (years) where it sits at $1500 per transaction maximum.
I've talked to two different managers at two different apple stores and they both swear up and down they won't accept cash. Neither were sure if reloadable Visa's will work. I don't know if it's worth waiting in line for a small chance of them taking my money.