Although its not clear why the glitch happened, New Yorkers can now buy iPhones online from AT&T.
There were reports that when New Yorkers put in their zip code to buy an iPhone they were requested to "Please shop for another phone." By Monday morning, New Yorkers could buy iPhones online.
We periodically modify our promotions and distribution channels," said
Mark Siegel, executive director of media relations for AT&T
Mobility said Monday.
Some think that the problem had to do with an over-burdened network or a way to stop credit card fraud.