How to Pre-Order the IPhone 13 Before Anyone Else
Apple officially unveiled the iPhone 13 lineup on Tuesday September 14th. Other great new features include new and improved cameras, a smaller notch, and 120Hz high refresh rate displays (Pro models only). If you want to be one of the first to get your hands on one of these new iPhones, you need to know the ins and outs of pre-ordering.
When is the iPhone 13 available for pre-order?
Apple has set the pre-order schedule for the entire iPhone 13 lineup at 5:00 a.m. PT (8:00 a.m. ET) this Friday, September 17th. You won’t have to wait for Pro models this year; Whichever iPhone you choose will be available to order on Friday.
You do not need to pre-order as soon as 5:00 AM PT, but it is encouraged. If demand is strong enough, you might see Apple sell one or more iPhone 13s on the first day. Of course, stocks will replenish over time, but if you want to guarantee a new iPhone as soon as possible, you can set an alarm for Friday.
When will I receive my iPhone 13?
While the iPhone is available for pre-order on September 17th, you’ll need to wait at least another week to get your hands on it. This is because the actual release date for Apple’s iPhone 13 is September 24th. There is no guarantee that your pre-ordered iPhone will ship that day, but it is likely that it will if you pre-order on the 17th.
If you want to be sure you get your iPhone 13 on September 24th, you might want to choose the “pick up” option for pre-ordering rather than shipping. Depending on the store you visit, you will be able to pick it up from any physical location of your choice.
How to pre-order iPhone 13 through Apple
Since the iPhone is an Apple product, it makes sense to first contact your hardware manufacturer to pre-order the iPhone 13. You can select the model you want, including color, storage size, media, and whether you need warranty coverage:
How to pre-order iPhone 13 via AT&T
You can find specific pages for all iPhone 13 devices on the AT&T website, including color options and storage sizes. The operator offers a fantastic deal where you can get up to $ 800 in credit. You will need to buy one of the iPhone 13 models with an applicable installment agreement including full taxes and activation fees, and exchange your existing device.
This exchange determines how much money you receive from AT&T. You will receive up to $ 800 as a loan with a minimum smartphone exchange amount of $ 95; or up to $ 350 as a loan with a minimum cost of a smartphone exchange of $ 35.
How to pre-order iPhone 13 through Verizon
Verizon offers registration pages for each of the four new iPhone 13 models to keep up to date with pre-order news. While the carrier doesn’t have any specific offerings, the site is running a promotion that gives you up to $ 500 when you upgrade to a new Verizon line, or up to $ 800 when you upgrade to a new 5G phone.
How to pre-order iPhone 13 via T-Mobile
T-Mobile doesn’t offer many ways to prepare for pre-order, but they have a tempting offer; If you swap your existing smartphone and subscribe to the 30-month Magenta MAX plan, you get an iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, or 13 Pro Max, up to at least $ 1,000. This is sufficient for many models and configurations.
How to pre-order iPhone 13 via Target
Target also offers pre-orders for the iPhone 13. Like all other retail outlets, the company will allow you to buy any of the four new iPhones starting at 5am PT on Friday. However, only one phone can be used in a cart.
You can browse the different color options for each phone below, as well as select the memory size you want. The exception, oddly enough, is the iPhone 13 mini; Target’s website currently only has a Midnight option.
How to pre-order iPhone 13 through Best Buy
Best Buy is currently offering pre-orders for all iPhone 13 models at $ 100 off. This means that, for example, the $ 1099 iPhone 13 Pro Max is now $ 999.
This post was updated on Friday, September 17th to reflect the new pre-order and offer links.