Good news for Apple fans as the wait is close to being over—the announcement date for the iPhone 17 has been formally confirmed. With the eagerly awaited iPhone 17 series likely to take center stage, Apple has formally announced that its next major product announcement will occur on September 9, 2025, in the Steve Jobs Theater in Apple Park.
This iPhone 17 launch event is looking to be more than just a smartphone announcement, as is the case with every September keynote. The September keynote will highlight the latest Apple hardware, including the forthcoming iPhone lineup and potential improvements for the Apple Watch, AirPods, and iOS. Here is everything we currently know about the iPhone 17’s release date and availability in case you’re wondering when you can get your hands on the new gadget.
Official Launch Details of iPhone 17
On September 9, 2025, the firm is anticipated to introduce the iPhone 17 at what Apple refers to as its annual fall keynote. The event, which begins at 10 a.m. PT (1 p.m. ET, 6 p.m. BST, and 7 p.m. CEST), will once again take place in main theater of Apple Park.
Along with the iPhones, dropping in event of this year pledges enhanced features for the entire Apple ecosystem. Apple may reveal the new AirPods Pro, the updated Apple Watch SE, and the Apple Watch Series 10, for fitness aficionados. There are even rumors that the AirPods Pro 3 may launch with the Powerbeats Pro 2.
Release Date and Preorders of iPhone 17
Now that the launch date has been established, we can clearly see when preorders and shipments will start.
- Orders in advance: Anticipated on September 12, 2025, Friday
- Date of Official Publication: Friday, September 19, 2025
It is anticipated that the business will maintain prices consistent with models from the previous year. This means that, the basic iPhone 17 is expected to retail for about $799, whereas the Pro versions are expected to cost approximately $999 or even higher.
