Apple is now providing complimentary two-hour delivery for last-minute holiday shoppers.

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      You’ll still receive your Apple gifts on time thanks to complimentary two-hour delivery.

      Apple has officially initiated its final holiday promotion by providing free two-hour delivery on eligible in-stock items, allowing last-minute shoppers in the U.S. and Canada to avoid store crowds today. This limited-time offer is valid until noon on December 24 in most major cities, effectively eliminating the usual $9 courier fee. In Australia, there is a similar three-hour delivery option during the same period.

      Fast delivery from local shelves to your doorstep

      This express program operates by utilizing Apple’s retail stores in conjunction with local couriers like Uber Eats and Postmates. Since these orders are sourced from local stock, the offer is applicable only to items physically available nearby. Most popular products are included: iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watch, AirPods, Apple TV, and Beats accessories. However, custom-built Macs, engraved items, and certain smaller accessories are excluded. For those products, Apple’s standard express shipping is still a viable option, potentially delivering some accessories by the end of today.

      The timing is crucial. Apple is evidently aiming to capture the last minute of holiday shopping by simplifying the process. With courier networks already feeling the pressure of the holiday rush, eliminating the delivery fee and promising two-hour windows is an intelligent method to encourage customers to shop directly through Apple rather than turning to big-box retailers or third-party websites.

      A safety net for last-minute shoppers

      For those who realize they forgot a gift on the 24th, this serves as a significant convenience boost. Most major shipping deadlines have come and gone, leaving in-store pickup as the only other real option. This system provides an "ultra-fast" alternative for individuals who wish to avoid the mall parking chaos on Christmas Eve. It also helps secure popular items, such as the latest AirPods, before local stores run out entirely.

      Apple is also extending its holiday return window for additional buyer reassurance. Most products received between November 12 and December 25, 2025, can be returned until January 8, 2026. This extra timeframe offers a helpful buffer if a gift doesn't quite fit.

      Looking forward, we can anticipate Apple will continue to embrace such "on-demand" logistics. As competition in retail intensifies, these rapid delivery options are becoming an integral part of their strategy. The success of the “noon on the 24th” deadline will likely shape how aggressively Apple implements these convenience-driven approaches in 2026 and beyond.

      Moinak Pal has been working in the technology sector, covering both consumer technology and automotive technology.

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