Apple appears to be having trouble keeping its new iPhone 3G in stock in the U.S., as reports propose few phones were available in Apple’s stores.

The problem appears to be exacerbated by the simultaneous launch of the iPhone 3G across worldly markets. Another factor driving demand is likely considering exclusive carrier AT&T is offering subsidies on the iPhone 3G, making the price considerably less than when the first-generation iPhone launched.

Severe Shortages

An Apple fan site

reported severe shortages in California and New York. It said only one store in California had stock on hand, and that was limited to the black 16GB model. It additionally said Apple’s 5th Avenue store was the only outlet in New York with stock, limited to the white 16GB model.

The Web site for the Apple Retail Store has a tool to check iPhone availability at Apple’s stores in the U.S., but it […]

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