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Updated August 10 with new information about Foxconn and production of this year’s iPhones.
The new iPhone 16 lineup, including the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max, is expected to be unveiled in about a month. But when exactly will this happen? My detailed predictions cover the sale dates, the keynote announcement, and the unveiling event. Recently, a new production line report has emerged, providing more clarity on the timeline.
Increased Production at Foxconn
The latest indication comes from Foxconn, the key manufacturer of the iPhone in China, which has recruited a significant number of extra staff. According to Business Korea, as reported by MacRumors, Foxconn has hired 50,000 new workers. This influx of staff is a strong indication that production is ramping up as the release approaches, aligning with a potential release date of Friday, September 20—more on this below.
MacRumors describes the influx of extra staff: “The company has intensified production efforts with its primary manufacturing partner, Foxconn, in Zhengzhou, China. The factory, known as the world’s largest iPhone production base, is now operating at full capacity, having brought in 50,000 additional workers within the last two weeks.”
Production on Schedule
Why is this significant? It suggests that production is on schedule, with no anticipated delays. If this holds true, the likelihood of the iPhone 16 series being available in September is very high.
Potential Keynote Date
Specifically, the potential date for the keynote unveiling the hardware—alongside the Apple Watch Series 10 and possibly new AirPods—appears to be Tuesday, September 10. However, Apple is known for its unpredictability, so the date could shift slightly. One day it won’t be is Wednesday, September 11, due to the anniversary of the 2001 attacks.
Pre-orders and Sale Dates
Assuming everything remains on schedule, pre-orders for the iPhone 16 series will likely begin on Friday, September 13, with the phones going on sale on Friday, September 20.
These final dates for pre-orders and sales seem very probable. Even if the keynote date shifts by a day or two, the pre-order and on-sale dates are almost certainly fixed.
Announcement Timing
Apple has the flexibility to change its plans up until the last minute, but we can expect the keynote announcement in the first week of September, coinciding with a major electronics trade show. Look out for the announcement on Tuesday, September 3, or Wednesday, September 4. I will provide full details as soon as it’s announced, so check back here then.
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