Apple’s Latest iPhone to Hit UAE Retail Stores in September?
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Great news for gadget freaks in the UAE this month! A report in gulfnews.com recently stated that Apple’s next-generation phone could be launched today in the UAE!
The tech giant is to unveil alongside Apple TV its latest handset, which will likely be called iPhone 6s or iPhone7, during a special press briefing in San Francisco, California on Wednesday. If the launch goes ahead, the rumour mill has it that the new phone will hit the retail stores by September 18.
The first few countries that are likely to get their hands on the new product include the United States, Australia, Canada, France, Hong Kong, Japan, United Kingdom and Singapore.
Though retailers in the UAE have not confirmed the release date, Nicolai Solling, director of technology services at Help AG, said that if there’s going to be a product announcement, UAE consumers won’t have to wait very long.
Apple is known to make big product announcements during the month of September, with the iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 5s and 5c introduced in September last year. The tech giant has distributed invitations to the media for an event on Wednesday, with the now famous tagline “Hey Siri, give us a hint”.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the expected release date for the new iPhone in retail stores, if the launch occurs?
What is the expected release date for the new iPhone in retail stores, if the launch occurs?
If the launch proceeds as anticipated, the new phone is rumoured to become available in retail stores by September 18. This date would apply to the initial rollout countries.
Q.Which countries are expected to be among the first to receive the new iPhone model?
Which countries are expected to be among the first to receive the new iPhone model?
The initial countries likely to receive the new product are the United States, Australia, Canada, France, Hong Kong, Japan, United Kingdom, and Singapore.
Q.Has a specific release date for the new iPhone in the UAE been confirmed by local retailers?
Has a specific release date for the new iPhone in the UAE been confirmed by local retailers?
No, retailers in the UAE have not yet confirmed a specific release date for the new iPhone. However, an expert believes UAE consumers will not wait long after an announcement.
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