While the Apple Pencil officially launched earlier in November, alongside the iPad Pro it was built for, availability has been a rough proposition so far.
As of the time of this writing, for example, shipping for the Apple Pencil from Apple’s online store is still set between four to five weeks, while many other retail options, including wireless carriers, simply don’t have the accessory at all.
Best Buy was one of those retailers up until recently, as the big box chain has just listed the Apple Pencil as a new product, with availability both for shipping and in some physical retail stores. The Apple Pencil still retails for $99.99, but for anyone that wants the accessory quickly, shipping kicks off in one business day after the order is placed.
With free expedited shipping, the Apple Pencil will arrive by Tuesday, November 24. And with express shipping, the stylus will arrive by Monday, November 23.
As it stands right now, Best Buy has the Smart Keyboard for the iPad Pro also listed as a new product, but shipping isn’t available just yet. Best Buy’s online landing page for the accessory does suggest finding it in a retail store might be possible, though.
Update: And, just like that, shipping options for the Apple Pencil are all gone. There’s a (small) possibility that shoppers might find one in a store, but it’s hard to deny that quantities are obviously limited.
Do you plan on picking up the Apple Pencil through Best Buy?
[via Best Buy; h/t Thomas]
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