Ordering online is an option there too as with all the others, but local one didn't have them in stock yet, I actually go to that store fairly regularly to get stuff and recently, to compare devices.

ETA: FWIW, I'm no longer bummed. This is one of those 'serendipity' things where sometimes you find an unexpected bonus. I was thinking that a 10.5" device would be kind of second best, but on getting it, I actually loved it! I think I was wrong about the 8" form factor for this tablet, I can see more flexibility and more of a variety of ways I can use this device. The S Pen--which does not have to be charged, I like that--is a significant part of the tablet's effectiveness for me. The note-taking and pen control capabilities nicely integrated throughout the whole tablet, along with the tight Android integration with my phone and existing apps, makes this thing a win. And at only a pound with comfortably rounded edges, I didn't find it excessively heavy to use if propped on legs, chest, or pillows. Obviously I won't be doing any one-handed reading with it, but I have a phone and small e-ink reader for that. Didn't expect it to happen, but I'm actually glad Amazon and my local stores failed on delivery of the Ipad Mini. :-)