I'm new to this and thought I would share. I received my EAD card today 1/28/13 in the mail.

Timeline:
application sent: October 11 received oct 12
Biometrics: taken Nov. 27 (no walk in)
DACA/EAD approved: Jan. 23

Super happy and excited, but my happiness isn't complete till my brother gets his approval as well. Our timelines were the same. Wish that everyone gets approved already.