What happened to Apple tech support?

I used to be able to "chat" with a tech online at any time of the day or night. Is that support gone?
I've been on hold for 25 minutes (on my cell... thanks, Apple) waiting for this number to pick-up... 800-275-2273.
That # was given to me by someone at Apple, although he'd never heard of the tech chat support (idiot or newbie).
What's their deal?

I have to throw a little cold water on the on-line chat. I have used it several times, and found, each time, that the agent is working from a very limited script, and has a few stock answers that never actually addressed, much less solved, my problems.
It's a lovely idea, but unfortunately, it really doesn't work. Calling Apple, even with a wait to speak to a tech, is a much better bet, particularly if you can get moved up to a level two tech.
Hope this is of some use to you,
Miriam

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BTW, there is no email for Apple tech support. Apple provides tech support via telephone only.
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Hi,
I will be a new mac user if I don't cancel my order in the next few days due to all your complaints. I was wondering if "we" can report this issues back to apple tech support. Are they aware of these problems(whine noise, etc)? I understand that some of the issues are not big deal but I believe we should not experience them. I would like to know how many macbooks have been shipped without a problem.
Thanks

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BTW, there is no email for Apple tech support. Apple provides tech support via telephone only.
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