WATCH | Apple Saket Opening: People Gather Outside Store In Anticipation Of Tim Cook's Inauguration
Apple's latest store features a dedicated pickup station which makes it easier for customers to order online and collect their devices in-store at a convenient time.
People have started queuing outside the country's second official Apple Store at Select Citywalk on Thursday, which is set to open at 10 am. Fans of the iPhone maker appear ready to welcome Apple CEO Tim Cook, who is expected to inaugurate the store.
In a video shared by ANI, the people are seen taking videos and photos of the store, discussing with each other while drinking coffee.
#WATCH | People stand in queues at Delhi's Select City Walk Mall in Saket to witness the opening of India’s second Apple Store. pic.twitter.com/9mwk5gZmlu
— ANI (@ANI) April 20, 2023
The Apple Store in Delhi was previewed on Wednesday, similar to the one in Mumbai, a day ahead of the inauguration. While Apple BKC is inspired by the iconic Kaali Peeli taxi art unique to Mumbai, Apple Saket, according to the initial teaser seems to be inspired by Delhi’s heritage gates.'
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Apple Saket will welcome customers through a uniquely designed curved storefront with white oak tables displaying Apple’s products and accessories, as well as a feature wall manufactured locally in the country.
The store features a dedicated Apple Pickup station which makes it easier for customers to order online and collect their devices in-store at a convenient time.
Seventy Apple team members will be part of the Apple Saket store who come from a combined 18 states in India and collectively speak more than 15 local languages. Like all Apple facilities, Apple Saket and Apple’s operations in India run on 100 per cent renewable energy and are carbon neutral.
For hands-on technical and hardware support, customers can make a reservation at the Genius Bar at Apple Saket for help from an expert.
Genius Bar appointments can help with everything from setting up a device, recovering an Apple ID, selecting an AppleCare plan, or modifying subscriptions.