According to Apple all pre-order iPads are sold out!

Well we can’t really say this comes as much of a surprise, since the shipping estimates started slipping for the new iPad we have known that Apple would eventually sell out their pre-order stock.

As early as this past friday shipping estimates for the U.K. and U.S. slipped to March 19th, and today Apple has officially confirmed that it has now completely sold out of its pre-order iPad stock in less than 5 days. An Apple spokesperson told CNET that:

“Customer response to the new iPad has been off the charts and the quantity available for pre-order has been purchased” adding, “Customers can continue to order online and receive an estimated delivery date. Beginning Friday, March 16, the new iPad will be available for purchase at Apple’s retail stores and select Apple Authorized Resellers on a first come, first-served basis.”

Shipping estimates for all new iPad models are now at 2-3 weeks in many countries, including , the U.S.,  U.K., Germany, France, Japan, Canada, and Australia. If you’re looking to get the iPad 2 or the iPad 3 in the future, click here and find bargains.