The original iPhone was released on June 29, 2007[2]. Since then, Apple has consistently launched new iPhone models, typically unveiling them in September each year.
The most recent official iPhone launch was the iPhone 16 series, with the announcement on September 9, 2024, and release on September 20, 2024[2]. The exclusive iPhone 16e was released later on February 28, 2025[2].
Looking ahead, the upcoming iPhone 17 is expected to be announced during Apple’s event on September 9, 2025, with retail availability on September 19, 2025. This continues Apple’s recent tradition of holding fall events and making phones available in stores and online about ten days after their unveiling[1][5].