This week, Apple revealed several iPhone models, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max. The announcement came a few weeks later than usual, due to COVID-19 hitting during the development of the new models. As a result, selected models can be pre-ordered and will deliver to customers earlier than others.
In this guide, you can learn when a particular model goes up for pre-order. And when it will be released in Australia.
Pre-orders
From 11 pm AEDT, Friday, October 16th, iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro will be available for pre-order. Then from 12 am AEDT, Saturday, November 7th, iPhone 12 Mini and iPhone 12 Pro Max models will go up for pre-order.
Pre-orders will be accapted from Apple’s online store and selected carriers (Telstra, Optus, Vodafone). And other Authorised Apple Resellers, such as JB Hi-Fi,
Deliveries
iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro models will arrive in selected stores and those who pre-ordered from Friday, October 23rd. This is a week after pre-orders. Then on Friday, November 13th, the remaining models, including iPhone 12 Mini and iPhone 12 Pro Max will be released.
MagSafe Charger, Leather Wallet with MagSafe, and iPhone 12 Pro Silicone Case and Clear Case will be available beginning Friday, October 16th. iPhone 12 Pro Leather Case will be available beginning Friday, November 6th. Then later in the year, MagSafe Duo Charger and Leather Sleeve will be available.
Summary
Australian dates and times for pre-order and release by each model is as follows:
| Model | Pre-order | Release date |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 12 | from 11 pm AEDT Friday, October 16th | Friday, October 23rd |
| iPhone 12 Pro | from 11 pm AEDT Friday, October 16th | Friday, October 23rd |
| iPhone 12 Mini | from 12 am AEDT Saturday, November 7th | Friday, November 13th |
| iPhone 12 Pro Max | from 12 am AEDT Saturday, November 7th | Friday, November 13th |
