Order deadlines for an Apple Store Christmas

Are you planning to buy someone a Christmas gift from the online Apple Store? If you're like me, you'll wait until the last minute. So when is the last possible minute?

This convenient chart (accessible by clicking the "Want delivery by December 24?" graphic on the Apple Store home page) lists Apple's ordering deadlines for December 24th delivery. The standard shipping deadline for most standard configuration products (Macs, iPods, and accessories) is 2 p.m. on December 19th. Custom configurations and engraved products take a little longer. Expedited 2-3 day shipping and overnight shipping options buy you a little time. Check it out to save yourself some last minute anxiety.