Apple's iPhone 17 series is now available for delivery and in-store pickup at select locations worldwide, with options for same-day pickup in many countries. Customers who didn't pre-order can still get their new devices through Apple Store pickup or walk-in availability, though stock may vary. The new models feature advanced chips, improved displays, and camera systems, with pricing starting at $799 for the iPhone 17.
Nintendo warns users not to peel off the protective film on the Switch 2 screen, as it is designed to prevent glass fragments from scattering if damaged, a caution similar to that issued during the Switch OLED launch, ahead of the device's release on June 5.
The Nintendo Switch 2 launches on June 5, with various retailers like Target, Best Buy, Costco, Staples, Nintendo Stores, Walmart, and Amazon offering units, though preorders are sold out and availability varies by store, with some holding launch events and midnight sales.
Apple Vision Pro is now available for preview in augmented reality through the Apple Store app, allowing users to take virtual photos and explore the device before its launch. Apple is also planning launch weekend demos in stores to showcase the product. While the base model has a month-plus wait for shipping, in-store stock details for launch day will be revealed at 12 p.m. PT today, potentially offering a chance to pre-order in-store stock.
Apple is offering an augmented reality preview of the Apple Vision Pro in the Apple Store app, allowing users to virtually experience the spatial computer hardware before its launch. The company is also planning launch weekend demos in Apple Stores to encourage purchases, with in-store stock availability starting on February 3. Customers interested in purchasing the device in-store are advised to check back for more information at 12 p.m. PT, as Apple is expected to provide updates on in-store stock availability.
Despite expectations of limited availability, the Apple Vision Pro did not sell out on launch day, with the higher capacity models still available for in-store pick-up the day after launch. Analysts estimate that only 60,000 to 80,000 units were available, but even with the device's high price and Apple's marketing efforts, it appears to be struggling to gain traction. Concerns about the device's weight and the lack of third-party app support may be contributing to its slow sales.
Apple Stores have unveiled new product displays for the Apple Watch Series 9 launch, featuring a recreated scene from the launch video. The display showcases two Series 9 watches with a colorful light trail, giving the impression of them zooming out of the number nine. The stores also have refreshed displays for the watch table, featuring bursts of color beneath the watches. The new hardware, including the Apple Watch Series 9 and iPhone 15 models, is now available for purchase.
Warner Bros. Discovery's newly revamped streaming service, Max, encountered some technical problems on its launch day, with users reporting issues logging in to the Max.com website and mobile apps. The company said the issues were minor and have been fixed. The Max launch covers only the US, and the company is actively monitoring customer reports of technical problems from "war rooms" in multiple locations. A "large portion" of HBO Max subscribers will have their apps automatically updated to Max, while in some cases, users will be prompted to download an updated Max app.
