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Apple iPad pre-orders overwhelm Norwegian resellers

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On February 10, 2010, 2:59 PM

Apple's iPad may have disappointed gadget fiends around the Web, but it seems to be a hit in Norway, where local stores have been overwhelmed with pre-orders. Norwegian retailer Eplehuset (Apple House) has reportedly suspended pre-orders after selling out of the oversized iPod Touch. Those who have successfully placed an order will have a device reserved, but others will have to find another outlet or simply wait for fresh stock.


Humac, another Apple reseller, has also quietly yanked the iPad from its online store. It's speculated that the sites have already sold thousands of units, most of which have been the more expensive 64GB iPad with 3G. Naturally, since most countries aren't offering pre-orders yet (including the US), there's no way to determine if other regions will share Norway's enthusiasm.

The interest comes despite a disproportionally higher price. It's believed that the 16GB Wi-Fi-only iPad is selling for around 3790 kroner, or about $640.

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  1. February 10, 2010 4:02 PM
    gobbybobby said:

    wow. just wow. (must have only had 100 pre order slots)

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  2. February 10, 2010 5:14 PM
    TomSEA
    TomSEA, TechSpot Chancellor, said:

    So........Norwegian's just not that tech savvy and have lots of money? Everyone I know of - including a ton of people posting here at TechSpot - view the iPad as a colossal piece of junk.

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  3. February 10, 2010 5:17 PM
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    Matthew
    Matthew, TechSpot Staff, said:

    Or: The average consumer actually wants an iPod Touch with slightly enhanced apps that can't fit in their pocket .

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  4. February 10, 2010 7:26 PM
    gwailo247, TechSpot Chancellor, said:

    They have to spend that oil money on something....

    Reply

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