21.09.2013 09:20 Uhr, Quelle: Macworld UK

How I got an iPhone 5S on launch day

Another iPhone launch, another all-nighter, another long line. (Image: Michael deAgonia) ORLANDO, Fla. -- Over the past six years, I have reviewed every Apple iPhone that's been released. Since I'm not on Apple's media list for pre-release hardware previews, that usually means I brave the long lines every year, just like everyone else, to get an iPhone as soon as possible.This is a good thing. I get to talk to iPhone buyers about why they're in line, and what they like (or don't like) about the latest iPhone or iPad -- and it gives me a chance to capture the annual buying frenzy that always accompanies an Apple launch.Over the last few years, Apple made it easy to pre-order an iPhone before launch day -- even allowing for home delivery on the big day. At the same time, iPhones are available in more and more places, from wireless carriers' stores to Walmart, Target, Best Buy and even Radio Shack. If you wanted to brave a long line, the choice was yours.This year,

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