Apple Sets 9 PM Cutoff Friday for Faster iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders Saturday
Apple has announced that customers can prepare for iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders starting Saturday, September 12, at 5 AM Pacific Time. The company is offering an advance 'Get Ready' feature that lets shoppers select their model, add accessories, and arrange financing before the official pre-order window. Customers have until 9 PM Pacific Time on Friday, September 11, to complete these preparatory steps for a faster checkout experience. Pre-orders that begin early Saturday morning will receive devices by Friday, September 18. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at 1,199 dollars with a new A20 Pro chip, improved camera with variable aperture, and smaller Dynamic Island.
Key facts
- iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders begin Saturday September 12 at 5 AM Pacific Time
- Customers must complete 'Get Ready' steps by 9 PM PT Friday September 11 for faster checkout
- iPhone 18 Pro base model starts at 1,199 dollars
- Devices ship on Friday September 18 for customers who pre-order on launch day
- Pre-orders delayed one day from typical Friday schedule due to September 11 anniversary
Limits of this briefing
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Sources
- 9to5Mac: Apple sets cutoff time for getting faster iPhone 18 Pro pre-order Centre
- MacRumors: iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders: Deadline to 'Get Ready' Early is Tonight Centre
- Fast Company: When can I pre-order the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo? List of dates, times, and when your phone will arrive Centre
- Forbes: How To Pre-Order The iPhone 18 Pro Fast: Exact Launch Times And Tips Centre
- Vice: iPhone 18 Pro Preorders Just Opened. Here's How to Grab Yours Centre