There's no way of knowing for sure if Apple will have enough iPhone devices in stock to meet consumer demand, but if history tells us anything, it's that you'll want to be ready to preorder yours the moment it goes on sale.
- How to preorder the new iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro
- The absolute fastest way to preorder iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro
The iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro goes on sale at 5:00 a.m. PT / 8:00 a.m. ET / 12:00 PM UTC on Friday, October 16. It will start arriving on October 23. If you're fast, your shipping date will land the iPhone on your doorstep on the very first day.
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Whether you're picking up the new iPhone standard or going all-in on the most advanced iPhone ever, set your alarm because preorders begin first thing in the morning.
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