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Apple offers lifesaver for procrastinators with two-hour delivery offer

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For those desperate for last-minute gifts, Apple says it can deliver “any in-stock Mac, iPad, iPhone, Apple TV, or Apple Watch” within two hours, available in “most metros” for a $9 delivery fee. Orders must be placed online by 12:00 noon on Dec. 24.

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