advice on using the Apple Store app for purchasing a phone
Problem/Goal:
I want to purchase an iPhone from the Apple Store but I'm not certain about the process yet or in case there had been issues with it, just to make sure before I order.
Context:
So, I couldn't go to the Power Mac Center branch near my location because of schedule constraints (won't elaborate much haha), so I can only order online without having to leave the house and just have to wait for the phone to arrive. But I don't trust any shops on Shopee or any other stores online considering I've read issues before that some people try to replace the parcel or whatever it is they do to steal the phone. So, I thought maybe the Apple Store app is different but rarely have I seen people here in the PH actually order from there.
Previous attempts: None yet haha. Just need anyone's advice if I should go for ordering there and if there any particular issues that happened before. I'm also curious how they ship the phone to provinces, is it through delivery service from LBC or Flash or J&T, or do they have their own service? Also is the price on the app as is or will there be additional charges?