I was able to snag a white one, but I was refreshing every 10 secs or so from 8:57 on...last time out - a few weeks ago - it seemed like the sale opened a few minutes early. This time, I refreshed at exactly 9am, added to cart, and was able to checkout without an issue.
To your point though, I do imagine there were many flippers!
To your point though, I do imagine there were many flippers!