GoKawiilApple sets 9 p.m. PT deadline for iPhone Duo 'Get Ready' pre-order prep
Apple opens iPhone Duo pre-orders Friday, October 16 at 8:00 a.m. ET/5:00 a.m. PT. Shoppers who want faster checkout can pre-select color, storage and purchase or lease options through its 'Get Ready' tool, but must finalize those choices by 9 p.m. PT Thursday, October 15.
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Rumors of limited initial supply suggest buyers who complete checkout quickest are more likely to secure day-one delivery, making advance preparation meaningful for eager customers. The process mirrors Apple's approach for iPhone 18 Pro, indicating the company may be standardizing this pre-order method for future launches.
- iPhone Duo pre-orders begin Friday, October 16 at 8 a.m. ET/5 a.m. PT.
- 'Get Ready' selections must be completed by 9 p.m. PT Thursday to speed up checkout.
- Reported supply constraints make early pre-ordering important for day-one delivery.
Source: 9to5mac.com — Ryan Christoffel, 2026-10-15
Published there as: “Apple sets cutoff time for getting fastest iPhone Duo pre-order”
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