Apple Inc (AAPL)

[Steve Nix]

Yes it is true that they do not include the carrier stores, only the actual apple stores, but it is the only tool at quick disposal for the average person to get a feel of who and where has what. And yes, if you put in one area code it gives out stores over several hundred miles. You don't really want to enter every single zip code, right?

I desire to buy my next iPhone at my local AT&T where I have gotten all my past iPhones, and this gives me an idea of when I might be able to call my local store (when most of the apple stores have supply).

It doesn't give you all the answers, it just gives you an overall idea of availability. I want a gold 5s. So, I don't even call now. As the supply of gold 5s phones increase, I'll call and see if my local place might have them soon.

How else can you get this kind of info without calling everyday? One click gives you an overall look at supply in the area of your choice.