iPhone 16 Preorder Countdown: Release Date, Price, Colors for Apple's Newest Phones 33 minutes ago

All of our questions about the new Apple iPhone 16 were answered at Monday’s “Glowtime” Apple event, with answers including the big new features like a camera launch button, new colors like ultramarine and integration of new Apple Intelligence tricks.

Apple’s latest flagship phones with iOS 18 will certainly be a hot ticket once they go on sale, Luckily for you, we’ve got all the details you’ll need to bring one home as early as possible, and we’ll keep updating this page as we continue to find the best deals on iPhone 16.

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When will the new iPhone 16 be released?

Apple’s iPhone 16 and 16 Pro lineup will launch on Sept. 20. That’s the date those who preorder early enough — such as right when preorders open — can expect to receive their shiny new device in the mail. That’s also the date in-store stock will become available. Keep in mind that certain configurations tend to “sell out” of available stock, which means there are often delays for the most popular color and storage capacity of a given model.

We suggest you have a couple backup options in mind if you’re determined to get a new iPhone on Sept. 20 or shortly after.

When do preorders for the iPhone 16 start?

If you want to ensure you’re first in the virtual line for Apple’s iPhone 16, plan to preorder your phone as early as you can, especially if you think the color you have your eye on is also the one everyone around you is talking about. iPhone 16 preorders will begin Friday, Sept. 13 at 5 a.m. PT. That applies to Apple’s own online preordering system as well as major retailers and carriers. 

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Which colors do the iPhone 16 phones come in?

The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are available in five colors: black, white, pink, “teal” (green) and “ultramarine” (blue). The iPhone 16 Pro models come in four finishes: a darker black titanium, a brighter white titanium, natural titanium and a new desert titanium.

What are the prices for the different new iPhone 16 models?

Prices differ depending on the amount of storage, but each model starts at:

• iPhone 16: $799 (128GB – 512GB capacity; 6 oz. weight; 6.1‑inch OLED display)
• iPhone 16 Plus: $899 (128GB – 512GB capacity; 7.03 oz. weight; 6.7-inch OLED display) 
• iPhone 16 Pro: $999 (128GB – 1TB capacity; 7.03 oz. weight; 6.3-inch OLED display)
• iPhone 16 Pro Max: $1,199 (256 GB – 1 TB capacity; 7.99 oz. weight; 6.9-inch OLED display)

Read more: All-New iPhone 16 Button Adds Camera Control to Apple’s Flagship Phone

How can I find the best iPhone 16 deals?

We’ll continue updating the below list with all of the best iPhone 16 deals across all of the major US retailers and carriers at this preorder stage.

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