Pinoy macheads are in high spirits right now following the e-mail announcement by Apple, Inc. that it is formally opening an online store in the Philippines.

The e-mail that was sent out today reads:

We are excited to bring shopping on the Apple Online Store to the Philippines where customers can now choose from our complete line of Macs and iPods and a wide array of accessories. The Apple Online Store offers unprecedented options for customizing your Mac as well as personalized iPod engraving. This festive season, through the Apple Online Store, (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition iPod models are now available for the first time in the Philippines.

As part of the launching, Apple will be giving away a special edition t-shirt to early customers.

Exclusive perks when ordering from the Apple Online Store include:

  • Free shipping for items over Php3,000
  • Free laser engraving for all iPod models
  • Education discounts for teachers and students
  • Signature Gift Box for iPods
  • Build-to-order Macs
Visit the Philippine Apple Online Store at http://store.apple.com/ph