Apple’s latest and greatest smartphone — the iPhone 16 — is about to officially launch preorders, which will start Sept. 13, 2024. The iPhone 16 features a new camera launch button, new colors like ultramarine and iOS 18, the new version of Apple’s mobile operating system that will launch for all iPhones that support it on Monday, Sept. 16.

Although the Apple website and physical Apple Stores are the best places to get the exact Phone 16 model you want, other carriers and retailers offer special deals that could save you a lot of money, especially if you’re prepared to trade in your old iPhone.

We’ve got everything you need to know about how and when to place your preorder, as well as the best current deals on the iPhone 16 from leading carriers and retailers. We’ll keep updating this page as we find more iPhone 16 preorder deals.

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What’s the launch date for the new iPhone 16?

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.

How do I place a preorder for the iPhone 16?

screenshot of a message from Apple explaining that preorders for the iPhone 16 will begin at 5 a.m. PT on Sept. 13, 2024 — You can select the iPhone 16 model you’d like now, and then preorder when sales begin on Friday, Sept. 13.
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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.

Even before the preorders officially begin on the Apple site, you can go in and spec out the exact iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max model you want. Select your preferred model, color and storage capacity, then decide if you’re trading in an older iPhone, which could get you up to $650 back from the Apple site.

Then choose an optional carrier and AppleCare Plus coverage (or not) and click the blue Get ready for pre-order button. You can then choose any accessories you want to add and enter your payment information so it’s all ready to go Friday morning.

Which colors are available for the iPhone 16 phones?

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 new iPhone 16 models?

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

iPhone 16: $799
iPhone 16 Plus: $899
iPhone 16 Pro: $999
iPhone 16 Pro Max: $1,199

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is displayed against a gradient teal background. — We saw the new iPhone 16 models in the demo room at Apple headquarters in Cupertino, California.
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iPhone 16 lineup specs

	iPhone 16	iPhone 16 Plus	iPhone 16 Pro	iPhone 16 Pro Max
Starting price 128GB	$799	$899	$999	NA
Starting price 256GB	$899	$999	$1,099	$1,199
Starting price 512GB	$1,099	$1,199	$1,299	$1,399
Starting price 1TB	NA	NA	$1,499	$1,599
Display size	6.1-inch	6.7-inch	6.3-inch	6.9-inch
Screen resolution	2,556×1,179	2,796×1,290	2,622×1,206	2,868×1,320
Pixel density	460 ppi	460 ppi	460 ppi	460 ppi
Processor	A18	A18	A18 Pro	A18 Pro
Mobile software	iOS 18	iOS 18	iOS 18	iOS 18
Camera	48MP fusion camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera	48MP fusion camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera	48MP fusion camera, 48MP ultra-wide camera, 5X telephoto	48MP fusion camera, 48MP ultra-wide camera, 5X telephoto
Front-facing camera	12-megapixel	12-megapixel	12-megapixel	12-megapixel
Video capture	4K up to 60fps	4K up to 60fps	4K up to 120fps	4K up to 120fps
Battery/charging speeds	Up to 22 hours video playback	Up to 27 hours video playback	Up to 27 hours video playback	Up to 33 hours video playback
Fingerprint sensor	None (Face ID)	None (Face ID)	None (Face ID)	None (Face ID)
Connector	USB-C	USB-C	USB-C	USB-C

How do iPhone trade-in offers work?

Some carriers are offering up to $1,000 on eligible trade-ins, which could net you an iPhone 16 Pro for free. One important thing to keep in mind is that most trade-in deals from carriers require you to become a customer, and they often apply to the priciest plan options.

Select retailers with trade-in programs could offer you gift cards toward future purchases instead, so you don’t have to be locked into a contract to take advantage of the savings from parting with your old device. However, those offers may not provide as much of a deal as traditional trade-in offers. We’ve got specifics on how much you can expect to receive for trading in your phone at select retailers and carriers below.

Find the best iPhone 16 preorder 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.

You can preorder the iPhone 16 series from the Apple Store starting Friday, Sept. 13, at 5 a.m. PT (8 a.m. ET), with the expected arrival date to be Sept. 20.

Apple is already offering some carrier deals with preorders as well. Existing Verizon customers can save up to $930 with trade-in; AT&T customers can save up to $800 with trade-in and both T-Mobile and Boost customers save up up to $1,000 with no trade-in required.

T-Mobile will offer the full iPhone 16 lineup for preorder beginning Friday, Sept. 13, with in-store availability at T-Mobile on Sept. 20. Both new and existing customers can trade in an eligible device on Go5G Next get an iPhone 16 Pro for free or up to $1,000 off any iPhone 16 model. Those who trade in and are on the Go5G Plus plan can get a free iPhone 16 or up to $830 off any other iPhone 16 model. If you have another Go5G, you can still qualify for the iPhone 16 or up to $830 off if you trade in and add a new line.

AT&T take preorders for the iPhone 16 lineup beginning Friday, Sept. 13, at 5 a.m. PT (8 a.m. ET). You can get up to $1,000 off on iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max and up to $830 off on iPhone 16 and 16 Plus, with an eligible trade-in. That essentially nets you an iPhone 16 or 16 Pro for free. These discounts are dolled out over 36 months in the form of bill credits.

Eligible devices are smartphones with a minimum trade-in value of $180 for up to $1,000 off the iPhone 16 Pro or 16 Pro Max. For other phones in the series, the trade-in device must have a minimum value between $130 and $179. Additionally, customers must sign up for or be on an unlimited voice and data plan.

Starting this Friday, Sept. 13, you can preorder the iPhone 16 lineup via Boost’s site, its Amazon storefront or the Apple store. Purchase an iPhone 16 on a $25 per month unlimited plan and you can get one entire year free of Boost Unlimited 5G mobile service or opt to get up to $1,000 off a device — no trade-in required.

Opt to get Boost mobile service through Apple Stores or Apple’s website and trade in an eligible iPhone through Apple to receive between $180 and $650 additional credits.

Xfinity Mobile will carry the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and the iPhone 16 Pro Max, all of which will be available for preorder beginning Friday, Sept. 13, with availability on Sept. 20. It will also carry the AirPods 4 as well as the latest Apple Watches, which can be preordered now and available Sept. 20.

At this time, there are no deals announced, but we anticipate those to be on par with other carriers and will update this post accordingly once those are announced.

Verizon will be offering the iPhone 16 series for preorder beginning Friday, Sept. 13, with availability on Friday, Sept. 20. They are offering a number of deals already.

New and existing Verizon customers on the Unlimited Ultimate plan can get an iPhone 16 Pro for free or up to $1,000 off another phone in the iPhone 16 lineup, when you trade in any phone in any condition. If you opt for the Unlimited Plus, you can get up to $830 off or choose the Unlimited Welcome plan and you can still get up $415 off phones in the iPhone 16 series.

If you switch to Verizon or add a new line, you can get an iPhone 16 Pro for just $10 per month on the Ultimate Unlimted plan (36 months) or $15 per month on the Unlimited Plus plan.

And finally, there’s the option to bring your own device and add a new line to receive a promotional credit: $360 if you opt for the Unlimited Plus plan or $540 on if you opt for the Unlimited Ultimate. This promo credit is applied over 36 months.

Best Buy is launching iPhone 16 series preorders Sept. 13 at 5 a.m. PT (8 a.m. ET) and if you purchase your new iPhone through Best Buy with a qualified activation and trade-in through AT&T, you can save up to $1,000 on the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Walmart is offering the iPhone 16 lineup for preorder on Sept. 13, with availability on Sept. 20. While Walmart is not offering any unlocked model deals, you can save on carrier options through AT&T. New and existing AT&T customers can trade in an eligible device worth $130, you can get up to $830 off; if you have a device to trade in worth $180, you can save up to $1,000 off the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max. You’ll have to activate a new line or upgrade your line to an eligible plan if you’re not already on one.

Grab a phone from the iPhone 16 lineup at Visible and score $360 towards your Visible Plus service. Simply join Visible on a new line of service, purchase an eligible device either on device payment or at full retail price, select the Visible Plus plan and activate your service within 30 days. You’ll receive a $10 discount off your monthly service for a period of 36 months for a total savings of $360.

Want to get a deal on previous iPhone models? Our roundup of the best iPhone deals includes sales on the iPhone 15, iPhone SE and more.

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