Apple Announces Holiday Shipping Deadlines for 2023

Apple has announced its holiday shipping deadlines for shoppers who want their gifts to arrive by Christmas 2023.

Holiday gifts, just in time.
If the "Order By" date has passed, you can still shop online for in-stock items with Apple Pickup or 2-hour delivery from your local Apple Store.

Here's a look at the key dates for popular Apple purchases:


● iPhone - Order by December 21
● Apple Watch - Order by December 21
● iPad - Order by December 21
● iPad (Engraved) - Order by December 19
● Mac - Order by December 21
● AirPods - Order by December 21
● AirPods (Engraved) - Order by December 19
● HomePod - Order by December 21
● Apple TV - Order by December 21
● AirTag - Order by December 21
● AirTag (Engraved) - Order by December 19

Notably, Apple has also announced an extended Holiday Return policy. Customers will have until January 8, 2024 to begin their return process.

Eligible products at the Apple Store Online that are received between November 3, 2023 and December 25, 2023, may be returned through January 8, 2024. Please note that all other terms and conditions provided in the Apple Store Online Sales and Refunds Policy are still applicable with respect to such products purchased. iPhone purchases that are carrier-financed with T-Mobile are not eligible and are subject to standard return policy. All purchases made after December 25, 2023 are subject to the Standard Return Policy.

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