We’re in the final stretch before Apple’s much-anticipated iPhone 16 keynote. According to insider Mark Gurman, who seems to have a direct line to Cupertino, the development of iOS 18 is officially wrapped up, with the final beta version reportedly released just last night. All that’s left now is the big reveal—but there’s one small catch.
A September Keynote… But When Exactly?
The tech world is buzzing with speculation about when Apple will finally unveil the iPhone 16 lineup, including the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Last week, September 10th emerged as the most likely date for the event. However, an unexpected scheduling conflict might force Apple to rethink its plans. That same day is set for a major political event—the highly anticipated U.S. Presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
Given that September 11th is not an ideal date for any major event in the United States, this leaves September 12th as a possibility. However, Apple typically avoids Thursday announcements, making this date less likely. Another option could be to push the event to the following week, specifically Tuesday, September 17th. But some industry insiders believe Apple might decide to pull the event forward instead, opting for an earlier date, such as September 3rd or 4th. Since Labor Day falls on September 2nd, a national holiday in the U.S., this date is off the table.
If Apple does decide to move the event up, an announcement would need to be made soon—possibly within the next few days or early next week at the latest.
A Short Wait Ahead
The good news is we won’t have to wait much longer to find out. If history is any guide, Apple is likely to confirm the keynote date within the next week. To jog your memory, here’s a quick rundown of previous iPhone event announcements:
- 2020: Announced on Tuesday, September 8th, for an event on Tuesday, September 15th.
- 2021: Announced on Tuesday, September 7th, for an event on Tuesday, September 14th.
- 2022: Announced on Wednesday, August 24th, for an event on Wednesday, September 7th.
- 2023: Announced on Tuesday, August 29th, for an event on Tuesday, September 12th.
So, while the exact timing remains a bit of a mystery, one thing is clear: the iPhone 16 reveal is just around the corner, and Apple is sure to keep us all on our toes until the official date is set.
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