UWS to Get an Apple of its Own

0908appleuws.jpgLast year there was talk of Apple taking root on the Upper West Side (at the old Victoria’s Secret store on Broadway and W 67th St), and now the NY Times adds to the rumor mill, saying "the applicant on the Aug. 8 alteration permit is the architectural firm of Bohlin Cywinski Jackson. Among their clients is Apple Inc., for whom they have designed Apple stores in Midtown, SoHo," and others worldwide. While every press outlet has seemed to hack into their secret plans, Apple is still keeping mum about the UWS store. A commenter on City Room, however, says that it is confirmed and it will be "the largest Apple store in the U.S." Developing...

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We really need a 4th store in the city?

I also think there's already a bit of over saturation with Apple in NYC. What happens when everyone already has an iPod and iPhone? I know Apple computers are getting more popular, but I don't see a huge demand until the PC (which everyone is comfortable with) dies. So is there a real need for another store? I guess it is better than another Duane Reade or Sleepy's.

I think the UWS needs its own Ikea.

Armed Forces Recruiting should take a neighboring space.

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