NPR: In Line for an iPhone

In Line for an iPhone

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If you caught today's show, you heard a firsthand account from our friend and tech contributor Mario Armstrong, who is braving the elements on the frontlines of the iWar. Yes, the iWar. It's the kind of warfare that involves beach chairs, board games and endless patience.

That's because Mario is among the thousands of Americans, who have camped out in front of Apple Stores and AT&T service centers, with hopes of scoring an iPhone.

It's the most sought-after gadget of the season, and Mario -- a true techie at heart -- has somehow found a way to blog while waiting in line.

His posts tell the tale and his top five tips for getting the media's attention will come in handy the next time you find yourself waiting hours in line for, say, New Edition reunion tour tickets.

Geoffrey Bennett

4:18 PM ET | 06-29-2007 | permalink

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Great story - i really liked it - that tech guy is a real character. As far as NE, yeah I'd wait as long as theres no being "Bobby Brown".

Sent by Mike | 9:43 PM ET | 06-30-2007

and they call us Star wars fans freaks... go figure.

Sent by Brother Omi | 11:38 AM ET | 07-01-2007

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