A disappointing but understandable trend Apple has continued with it's newest iPhone 3GS is an apparent delay in the activation process of their latest and greatest version of the iPhone. We assume it is related to demand on the Apple activation servers and their communication with AT&T network servers but Apple has decided to nip the issue in the bud this time by offering an iTunes Store credit in the amount of $30.
A disappointing but understandable trend Apple has continued with it's newest iPhone 3GS is an apparent delay in the activation process of their latest and greatest version of the iPhone. We assume it is related to demand on the Apple activation servers and their communication with AT&T network servers but Apple has decided to nip the issue in the bud this time by offering an iTunes Store credit in the amount of $30.

Evo Networks' recommend that anyone highly dependent on a cell phone not swap phones regardless of brand or model during the first week of a phone's release or during a time of high necessity. Such as the day of a big trip or a big meeting or even a busy week. The best time would be a Friday, after-hours to allow time for numbers to transfer and glitches like the one above to work themselves out before Monday morning.

Here is the official language people with issues are receiving from Apple:

"Dear Apple Customer,

Thank you for your recent Apple Store order. We appreciate your patience and apologize for the inconvenience caused by the delay in your iPhone activation.

We are still resolving the issue that was encountered while activating your iPhone with AT&T. Unfortunately, due to system issues and continued high activation volumes, this could take us up to an additional 48 hours to complete.

On Monday, you'll receive an email from Apple with an iTunes Store credit in the amount of $30. We hope you will enjoy this gift and accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience this delay has caused.

Thank you for choosing Apple.

Sincerely,
Apple Online Store Team"