Guide Note

The Apple Store online is a web-based retailer of Apple products. Launched in 1997, the store offers Apple merchandise and accessories. Users of the online store can order merchandise online or by phone. In contrast to Apple retail stores, whose products are subject to availability, the online store can receive orders and ship products from multiple locations.

The retail version of the Apple Store sells computers, electronics and other Apple related merchandise. Owned and operated by Apple Inc., Apple retail stores have grown steadily since their 2001 debut. To date, Apple has 219 stores, both in the U.S. and abroad.

Fast Facts

1. First retail stores opened on May 19, 2001, in Tyson's Corner, Virginia, and Glendale, California
2. Owned and operated by Apple Inc.
3. Company is based out of Cupertino, CA
4. Apple currently has 219 stores, including 187 in U.S.
5. Largest retail store opened in May 2008 in Boston, Massachusetts
6. First store in China opened in Beijing in July 2008
7. Stores have a 'Genius Bar' where customers can receive technical support
8. Grand openings of new stores attract thousands of people; first 1,000 receive a free t-shirt
9. Apple Store online debuted in 1997
10. Online store received 12 million dollars worth of orders within its first month of operation

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