iPhone 16 Pre-order Begins, iPhone 16 Pro Max and Black Titanium Models in High Demand

Highlights

• iPhone 16 series is now available for pre-order in over 58 countries.
• The iPhone 16 series sale starts on September 20.
• Apple will expand iPhone 16 Series sales to an additional 21 countries including Macao and Vietnam starting September 27.

The latest iPhone 16 series launched in its Glowtime event. (Image credit – 9to5Mac)

The iPhone 16 series is now available for pre-orders. In more than 58 countries including the US, UK, China, India, and Japan, customers can pre-order the newly launched iPhones.

The lineup features four models: the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Here’s everything you need to know about the pre-order and sale.

iPhone 16 Series – Pre-orders and Sales Dates

Pre-orders are currently open on Apple’s official website. Customers can access the Apple Store website and complete the transaction.

Upon pre-ordering, the 9to5Mac Weekend Editor Michael Burkhardt posted on their official ID @mbrkhrdt on X (previously Twitter).

Got my iPhone 16 Pro at Fifth Av for 8am pic.twitter.com/bqIRDvUasM

— Michael Burkhardt (@mbrkhrdt) September 13, 2024

According to Apple’s official schedule, the release date for sales is September 20.

From this date, customers from across the world will start receiving the new iPhone 16 models.

Apple will further expand the availability of the iPhone 16 Series to an additional 21 countries starting September 27. These new countries include Macao and Vietnam.

Pre-order Start Time on Friday

iPhone 16 Pre-orders open this Friday, September 13.

The first pre-order will be at 8:00 a.m. ET / 7:00 a.m. CT / 5:00 a.m. PT.

Head Start on iPhone 16 order

Apple has been offering ‘pre’ pre-order opportunities via the online Apple Store for years now. To avoid the stress of pre-ordering, Apple allows users to “head start” on pre-orders.

This helps users in moving ahead with their pre-orders as fast as possible.

This time too Apple announced the time limit for the pre-order ‘head start’.

Apple Newsroom said, “Customers have until 9 p.m. PDT this evening to get a head start on pre-ordering the new iPhone 16 lineup by choosing their desired model, selecting their preferred payment method — including pre-approval for financing — and saving their shopping bag so they’re only one click away once pre-orders open tomorrow.”

Key Market Prices

– The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the hardest to find. No Pro Max models are available for launch day delivery. (Image credit – Apple)

Here are the base prices for the iPhone 16 series in a few key regions:

United States –

• iPhone 16 – USD 799
• iPhone 16 Pro Max – USD 1,199

United Kingdom –

• iPhone 16 – GBP 799
• iPhone 16 Pro Max – GBP 1,199

Germany –

• iPhone 16 – EUR 949
• iPhone 16 Pro Max – EUR 1,449

India –

• iPhone 16 – INR 79,900
• iPhone 16 Pro Max – INR 144,900

China –

• iPhone 16 – CNY 5,999
• iPhone 16 Pro Max – CNY 9,999

Japan –

• iPhone 16 – JPY 124,800
• iPhone 16 Pro Max – JPY 189,800

Prices of other models in these select markets are as follows

iPhone 16 Carrier Deals in the US

Verizon’s iPhone 16 promo: “New and existing Verizon customers can trade in any phone, in any condition, and get iPhone 16 Pro on us, or up to $1,000 off the new iPhone 16 lineup with Unlimited Ultimate.”

T-Mobile’s iPhone 16 promo: “Get iPhone 16 Pro on Us (or up to $1000 off any iPhone 16 model) when trading in an eligible device.”

AT&T’s iPhone 16 promo: “Up to $1000 off on iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max, and up to $830 off on iPhone 16 and 16 Plus.”

iPhone 16 Pro Max and Black Titanium Models in High Demand as Pre-Orders Quickly Sell Out

As pre-orders for the iPhone 16 models began, it was quickly noticeable which iPhone model was high in demand. The hardest to get is seemingly selling the most.

The iPhone 16 Pro Max seems to be the most in-demand model.

No Pro Max models of any colour or storage capacity are available for launch day delivery.

The iPhone 16 Pro still has some availability for the September 20 launch, but it depends on your choice of colour and storage.

The 512GB models are selling out particularly fast.

The base models iPhone 16 or 16 Plus still have plenty of stock available as of now.

We have a clear high-demand model when it comes to colours as well.

While the new desert titanium colour has been the talk of the town, black titanium is winning the most-sold iPhone title. Black titanium versions of the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max are the hardest to find.

With delivery dates for most storage options slipping beyond launch day, many now estimating October, with delays expected to grow.

As a refresher, here are the highlights of the iPhone 16 series –

iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus

• New Camera Control button – takes pictures and videos, adjusts camera settings, and more
• Action button replaces the mute switch
• A18 chip for faster performance
• Apple Intelligence support
• Upgraded 12MP Ultra Wide camera with autofocus
• Macro photography supporter
• Support for capturing spatial photos and spatial videos for Apple Vision Pro
• New colours: black, white, pink, teal, and ultramarine

iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max

• Larger screens with smaller bezels.
• 3 inches for the iPhone 16 Pro and 6.9 inches for the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
• A18 Pro chip for faster performance.
• It improves thermals and longer battery life.
• Support for recording video in 4K resolution at 120 frames per second
• New Camera Control button – Takes pictures and videos, adjusts camera settings, and more.
• A new 48MP ultra-wide camera
• 5x Telephoto cameras are now available on both models.
• New colours: darker black titanium, brighter white titanium, natural titanium, and desert titanium.

FAQs

 When will the iPhone 16 series be available for purchase?

The iPhone 16 series will be available for purchase starting September 20, with pre-orders currently open.

 In how many countries is the iPhone 16 series available for pre-order?

Answer. The iPhone 16 series is available for pre-order in over 58 countries, with availability expanding to an additional 21 countries starting September 27.

 Which iPhone 16 model is the most in demand?

The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the most in-demand model. No Pro Max models of any colour or storage capacity are available for launch day delivery.

Are there any iPhone 16 models still available for the September 20 launch?

The iPhone 16 Pro still has some availability for the September 20 launch, depending on your choice of colour and storage. The base models, iPhone 16 and 16 Plus, also have plenty of stock available as of now.

How to pay the least money for Apple iPhone 16?

If you know people visiting from the US, you should tell them to get the new iPhone 16 for you .
Prices differ according to the tax rate state to state .

The price difference is quite visible in the premium models like the iPhone Pro and Pro Max, where prices can differ up to 30%.

The standard iPhone 16 and 16 Plus models are more competitively priced in international markets.
Credit card discounts and trade-in offers also bring the price down .
Exchange rates make a difference .

Dubai is a good option as it has duty-free status.

Shopping on Black Friday in the US or the Dubai Shopping Festival can save on electronics, including iPhones. Many credit cards also provide additional discounts like cashback, promotional credits, or rewards points, which can further reduce the cost.