History of IPhone 16 Pro in Timeline

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IPhone 16 Pro

The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are Apple's flagship smartphones, succeeding the iPhone 15 Pro models. Announced on September 9, 2024, and released on September 20, 2024, key upgrades include larger 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch displays, a faster processor, and enhanced wide and ultra-wide cameras. They also feature Wi-Fi 7 support, larger batteries for improved battery life, and come with iOS 18 pre-installed, offering an enhanced user experience.

September 9, 2024: iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max Announcement

On September 9, 2024, Apple announced the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, along with the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, as the eighteenth generation of the iPhone, succeeding the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro, US Version, 256GB, Black Titanium - Unlocked (Renewed)
Apple iPhone 16 Pro, US Version, 256GB, Black Titanium - Unlocked (Renewed)

September 13, 2024: iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max Pre-Orders Begin

On September 13, 2024, pre-orders for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max commenced, with the iPhone 16 Pro starting at $999 and the Pro Max model starting at $1,199.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro, US Version, 256GB, Black Titanium - Unlocked (Renewed)
Apple iPhone 16 Pro, US Version, 256GB, Black Titanium - Unlocked (Renewed)

September 20, 2024: iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max Release

On September 20, 2024, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max were released to the public, featuring larger displays, faster processors, upgraded cameras, Wi-Fi 7 support, and larger batteries, pre-installed with iOS 18.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro, US Version, 256GB, Black Titanium - Unlocked (Renewed)
Apple iPhone 16 Pro, US Version, 256GB, Black Titanium - Unlocked (Renewed)

October 20, 2024: Indonesia Bans iPhone 16 Models

On October 20, 2024, the Indonesian Ministry of Industry formally banned the sale and use of iPhone 16 models in Indonesia due to Apple's failure to meet investment promises and local content requirements.

Apple iPhone 16, US Version, 128GB, Pink - Unlocked (Renewed)
Apple iPhone 16, US Version, 128GB, Pink - Unlocked (Renewed)

February 26, 2025: Indonesia Lifts Ban on iPhone 16 Models

On February 26, 2025, the Indonesian Ministry of Industry lifted the ban on iPhone 16 models after further negotiations with Apple, including plans to build manufacturing, research and development facilities, with the process of obtaining a local content certificate for selling the iPhone 16 models in Indonesia, starting from April 11.

Apple iPhone 16, US Version, 128GB, Pink - Unlocked (Renewed)
Apple iPhone 16, US Version, 128GB, Pink - Unlocked (Renewed)