Apple Set to Delay iPhone 18 Pro Preorders

Apple is reportedly set to delay the start of preorders for its new iPhone 18 Pro and other upcoming hardware, moving the launch from the traditional Friday to Saturday, September 12, 2026. The shift is attributed to the fact that the usual preorder date, Friday, September 11, marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks in the United States. According to reports citing a reliable source, Apple will break from its standard launch pattern following its annual iPhone event, which is scheduled for Wednesday, September 9. Typically, the company opens preorders on the Friday immediately following the keynote.