When is the new iPhone 15 out? Release date, price and everything we know so far
The release of the new iPhone is an annual highlight the Apple fan’s calendar, and while the company itself is yet to even mention the existence of the latest model, past form means we have a very good idea of when it will hit shelves.
Thanks to the many dedicated Apple sleuths, there are also plenty of rumours about the upgrades the iPhone 15 may come with – from an improved camera to a revamped charging port.
Here’s what we know about the phone so far, and when people should be able to get their hands on it.
When will the iPhone 15 come out?
Apple has consistently been launching its new iPhones in the first two weeks of September for years – always on a Tuesday or Wednesday.
The iPhone 14 was unveiled on Wednesday 7 September last year, and in 2021 the iPhone 13 dropped on Tuesday 14 September.
That means that we can expect the iPhone 15 to arrive – via an Apple launch event – on one of four dates: Tuesday 5, Wednesday 6, Tuesday 12 or Wednesday 13 September 2023.
What can we expect from the iPhone 15?
Apple is once again set to release four phones: the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.
One of the biggest expected changes is to the charging port. This is something we’ve known was coming, due to new EU laws around standardisation coming into effect in December 2024 that are designed to cut down on electronic waste. Apple’s lightning port is set to be replaced with a regular USB-C, bringing the iPhone in line with other smartphones.
Regarding the display, the “dynamic island” bezel currently reserved for its larger models is expected to replace the notch on the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus.
Design rarely changes too much from one iPhone to another, but MacRumors reports that Pro models will see an upgrade to titanium frames, slimmer bezels, and some minor design changes with more curved device edges, while the Ultra will get periscope lens technology for enhanced camera zoom.
It also suggests that Apple plans to use Qualcomm modem chips for the new devices as its own modem chips that are in development aren’t quite ready.
As for the colours, dark pink and light blue are rumoured this time around, along with the standard standard black, white, and PRODUCT(RED) options.
Despite rumours suggesting Apple may bring touch ID back to its iPhones, leaks appear to show iPhone 15 will continue to use face ID instead.
While the price is unknown, rumours are circulating that it will be similar to the iPhone 14 at launch.
