Mountain Lion redemption code has already been used

so I just got an email from iTunes support...they do not know when the codes will be reissued. Awesome...that's just great. Maybe I'll just pay for the update...is that what you are hoping crApple? fat chance.

Same here guys. I talked to support and after almost an hour on the phone they said they were going to let me know what is the resolution within 24 hours.

I bet that's what they want. The whole thing is probably a ploy to make people buy it, since the price of the OS is a lot cheaper than previous versions. A lot of people will just think "Ah, what the heck, i'll buy!" lol.

Won't happen with me. I want my code.

I have the same problem, anyonce know what i can do?

i join - have the same issue.

Same problem over here... Why can't Apple inform their clients with a general mail, easy to do...

meh, 1st world problems again. this is why I don't go to the cinema on the first night. wait a bit and get the place to yourself. luvly

Just had an e-mail from UK i-Tunes customer services which is quite a fair response and I would assume that Apple will use the same solution for all markets. Hope this answers a few questions.

Hello Simon,

Brian here from the iTunes Store Support team. I understand you received a code for Mountain Lion but it didn't work. I can imagine you're eager to get your computer updated. I will be happy to assist you today.

I'm sorry to hear that you've not yet been able to upgrade to OS X Mountain Lion because the code you received could not be redeemed. I realize that you hadn't in fact used this code already and that you'd like to begin enjoying the features of Apple's latest OS. I'll be happy to assist in getting this resolved.

To be clear, customers who purchase a qualifying new Mac computer between June 11, 2012 and July 25, 2012, that does not include OS X Mountain Lion can upgrade to OS X Mountain Lion for free. To participate in this program you must be entered by August 24, 2012.

I'm sorry to hear that, on redeeming the initial upgrade code you received, you were unable to proceed because an error indicated the code was invalid or had already been used. If your claim is accepted, a valid replacement code will be sent to you by email. There will be no need to submit a new claim. I apologize for any inconvenience in this regard.

Please let me know if you do not receive a replacement code within 24-48 hours, as I'll be happy to look into things further for you.

I would like to share some additional information regarding OS X Mountain Lion that may be helpful for you.

The following link provides comprehensive information on Apple's OS X Mountain Lion Up-to-Date Program:

http://www.apple.com/osx/uptodate/

To learn of the system requirements to purchase OS X Mountain Lion, please review the following link:

http://www.apple.com/osx/specs/

To see information about the new features with OS X Mountain Lion, please review the following link:

http://www.apple.com/osx/whats-new/

I hope this information is helpful, Simon, and thank you for your interest in OS X Mountain Lion. Please let me know how everything works out. I'd like to be sure that this has been resolved this for you. Take care and have a nice day!

Sincerely,

Brian

iTunes Store/Mac App Store Customer Support

I work Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday week from 7:00 AM to 3:15 PM EST.

Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to assist you.

Maybe the Dutch already went home 😉

I'm waiting since 3 1/2 hours for a replacement code......nothing happend 😢

BTW: I'm from Germany

Apple should just let us buy the new mountain lion and then refund us later. Why make us wait? We bought new macs and should be the first to experience mountain lion!!!

I have the same problem,please help me.

How long should I wait for the email to get my code?

I've submmited since 3 hours ago and yet to receive anything.

Btw, I'm from Malaysia.

Same here.

In USA.

3 h

No code.

Not even a bad one ;)

yay, got my code and it works. Had to wait 2 hours. UK.