The iPhone 15 release date is right around the corner, or at least we assume it is. While we don’t have a set launch date, Apple always launches new handsets in September, normally a week after a launch event where all the new features are shown off.
So, head below to see previous dates and how they may affect Apple’s iPhone 15 launch. Plus, we explore the possible iPhone 15 price and iPhone 15 colors too, so you can plan ahead for the big day. For more, check out our guides to the best iPads 2023, best gaming iPhone, and best portable gaming consoles to get your tech fix.
iPhone 15 release date speculation
We expect the iPhone 15 release date to fall during the month of September. Apple is yet to announce an exact date, but by looking at previous launches, it seems pretty obvious that it should release around then. Check out the last few years of launches below if you don’t believe us:
- iPhone 14 – September 16, 2022
- iPhone 13 – September 24, 2021
- iPhone 12 – October 23, 2020
- iPhone 11 – September 20, 2019
- iPhone XS – September 21, 2018
The only outlier here is the iPhone 12, which Apple delayed following disruption due to the coronavirus pandemic. So, unless some other world event outside of our control comes to mix things up, keep your eye on September.
What is the iPhone 15 price?
It feels almost inevitable that the iPhone 15 line of phones is going to increase in price. There’s been a bevy of rumors for a while now, with the most recent coming from Dan Ives, analyst at Wedbush, talking to CNBC.
While no specific prices are mentioned, an increase in price is going to bring the phones even further into the extreme luxury territory. The iPhone 14 Pro currently starts at $999 (£1,099). That’s already the same price as the base model MacBook Air. Any higher feels ridiculous, but it also feels inevitable. Better start saving, folks.
Will there be an iPhone 15 Ultra?
There are lots of rumors that Apple will announce a new name for its top-end iPhone, replacing the Pro Max line with the Ultra naming convention. The alternative is that the Ultra is an all-new phone above both of its Pro models. Both these rumors come from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg.
The former plan would mean that the iPhone 15 Ultra replaces the Pro Max – the larger version of the Pro. This would happen if there are specific features within the larger model that are unique to it, such as large camera sensors – something that’s happened before.
The latter plan would mean iPhone takes another leap to offer three handsets – a mid-range one, a pro one, and a premium one. This falls in line with others like Samsung, but it’s hard to say which route Apple will take.
One thing is for certain, however. The “Ultra” designation is nothing new to Apple. There’s the Apple Watch Ultra, a smartwatch that is packed to the brim full of features and costs the best part of a grand. There’s also the M2 Ultra, Apple’s latest top-end chip that’ll set you back at least four grand. So, if we do get an iPhone 15 Ultra, expect to pay a pretty penny.
What are the iPhone 15 colors?
The only iPhone 15 colors we’re confident Apple has in the works are the usuals. There should be a black one, a white one, a gold one, and a special edition color. The iPhone 14 Pro came in white, black, gold, and purple, for example.
The only solid rumor for the iPhone 15 Pro’s unique color comes from 9to5mac, which says the new flagship is coming in a dark red color. It looks pretty gorgeous in the mock-ups on the site, but we can’t corroborate this rumor ourselves.
Anyway, that’s all the speculation we’ve got on the iPhone 15 release date. For more, check out our guides to the best rugged smartphones, best cell phone providers, and the best gaming phones to find some fresh tech.
