Well, it looks like Apple is doing its best to accommodate the massive demand for the iPhone 3G. And though stock is still dwindling, they are implementing new practices to make your trip to the local Apple retail store a little bit more manageable.

 For instance, the stores are now opening at 8 a.m. Monday-Saturday. Plus, workers are passing out tickets to people in line that are redeemable for the type of iPhone 3G they want. This way, you can leave the line and so long as you come back before 6 p.m., you’ll get your iPhone. Plus, while you’re waiting, you can go through the “pre-qualification” process, which allows you to do the paperwork and credit check prior to purchasing the phone. This way the counter area doesn’t get clogged up.

This is a pretty good way to help people go about their lives as normal without having to wait in line all day. But what about that dedicated community factor? There’s something about waiting in like for an iPhone that I just can’t describe. Whether it’s trying to figure out who’s buying them to hock on eBay or who really just loves the technology, the whole thing is an experience, to say the least.

[via MacWorld]