Apple is set to unveil its latest iPhone 16 models at a special event on Monday, September 9. While excitement is building, eager customers should note that the new iPhones won’t be available for purchase immediately after the event. Here’s what you can expect based on Apple’s consistent release schedule in previous years.
When Can You Buy the iPhone 16?
Though Apple hasn’t officially confirmed the release dates, history gives us a pretty clear picture. Preorders for the iPhone 16 are likely to open on Friday, September 13, just a few days after the announcement.
The new devices are then expected to be available in stores and for shipping starting Friday, September 20. This timeline follows Apple’s traditional pattern of launching its latest iPhones, and we anticipate no major deviations this year.
Alongside the iPhone 16, Apple is also expected to introduce updated Apple Watch and AirPods models. While these typically follow a similar release schedule, there have been occasional delays in past years. Some of these products might not reach stores until later in September or even October.
When Will iOS 18 Be Available?
If you’re not planning to upgrade your iPhone, you’ll still have something to look forward to. Apple’s latest software update, iOS 18, is expected to be released the week after the event. Although Apple hasn’t announced an official date, it’s likely that iOS 18 will start rolling out as early as Monday, September 16, with a possibility of a mid-week launch. This update will be available for most iPhones released in the past six years, allowing older devices to benefit from new features.
We’ll provide updates with the official release dates for both the iPhone 16 and iOS 18 as soon as Apple confirms them at the event
