Web customers waiting as iPad makes Currys debut

Apple is planning a high street blitz to sell the iPad when it is launched in Britain on Friday — but people ordering online could have to wait more than two weeks for delivery. Apple has signed a deal with DSGi to stock the tablet computer at 139 PC World and Currys stores from launch, more than trebling the number of shops at which it will be available. DSGi has agreed a 60-day window with Apple to sell the iPad ahead of rivals such as Comet, Tesco, John Lewis and the Carphone Warehouse.
DSGi was in a strong position to steal the march on its rivals, as it operates 52 Apple concessions within its stores and has a longstanding relationship with the Californian company. It is understood that the iPad will also be on sale at Best Buy in Thurrock.

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