IPhone activation server down?

Hello,
Just tried to sync my iPhone and activate the new sim for it, but I'm getting the message on iTunes that activations are unavailable at this time.
I've just finished my contract with O2 UK and am now with Virgin Mobile UK. I've successfully unlocked my iPhone. I am trying to activate the iPhone with the Virgin Mobile UK SIM in it.
Help! Are the servers actually down?

I've had a 2G for a couple of years now and have probably reinstalled, activated about 10 times.
I called last night and a sr. level tech told me there were no server issues noted.
They told me sometimes it takes a while for the 2G activations as the system is geared more towards the newe technology. I mentioned how that was a funny statement as from reviewing my bills, I am still paying the same amount for service, even though they have decided to downgrade their support. I have been montht to month on my bill for quite some time now with no contract and mentioned that now might be a good time to switch carriers after using cingular-att for the past 10= years. He didn't flinch.
I was able to activate around midnight CST last night and again this morning.
I have never been an apple fan even though I own a couple of their products. Their nickel and diming and control issues may just finally push me away, no matter how great the iphone 4G may be. Good luck with the activations guys!!!

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