New iPad Hits Stores, Twitter Reacts

Apple’s latest iPad arrived in stores today, drawing crowds in each of the nine countries where it’s currently available. While last year’s iPad 2 launch suffered from severe shortages, leading many to have to wait in line several days in a row, Apple appears to have learned from it’s mistake. Apple’s retail stores appear to have plenty of the new tablets in stock at the moment, while online orders are currently showing a backlog of 2-3 weeks.

As you might expect, the new iPad’s launch has been a major topic of discussion on Twitter. Check out what some people are saying:

Best Buy’s CEO took to Twitter to remind people that the Apple Store was not the only place to get your hands on Apple’s new tablet.

Others decided that waiting in line was not their thing:

Some were just happy to get their hands on the new iPad:

And others are still saving up for theirs:

Some used the new iPad’s launch to draw attention elsewhere. One person used it as an opportunity to advocate for improving the working conditions of those who build Apple’s devices:

Motorola, meanwhile, paid to get an advertisement for their own tablet at the top of Twitter’s search results for the iPad:

Many people skipped the lines by pre-ordering their iPad. While this was definitely the easiest option, it looks like delivery drivers are in for a long day:

And lest we forget, the new iPad isn’t the only new product arriving in Apple’s stores today:

Finally, Apple insider Jim Dalrymple took to Twitter to promote the new iPad and poke a little fun at Starbucks: