If a phone preorder is placed, the delivery typically happens around the official launch or release date of the phone. For example, for the latest iPhone 17 series preorder that started on September 12, 2025, most configurations are expected to be delivered on the launch day, which is September 19, 2025. However, some configurations may face a delay of 1-3 weeks beyond the launch day depending on availability and demand. In-store pickup on launch day might be available for select configurations. In general, if a preorder is made on the first day it opens, the phone often ships to arrive on or shortly after the launch day, but this depends on the demand and the chosen model. If the preorder is delayed or for high-demand models, the wait can be longer, sometimes several weeks after launch.
