Apple Upgrade Now Available in the U.S.
Apple Newsroom reported that Apple Upgrade, a new hardware leasing program, is now available through the Apple Store online, the Apple Store app, and Apple Store locations in the U.S.
MacRumors wrote that Apple is still expected to hold its iPhone event in September, with the company typically giving about two weeks’ notice. The outlet says that could put the event announcement in late August if Bloomberg’s reported timing is right.
According to MacRumors, Apple has not yet set the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra event, but its usual pattern points to a late-August announcement. The report also notes that Apple has recently used pre-recorded event videos with limited in-person reporter access.
For iPhone watchers, the timing helps narrow down when Apple may start teasing its next flagship lineup. It also suggests the company may continue its split launch approach, with some models arriving later.
Reporter-level source from MacRumors with direct discussion of Apple’s usual event timing and a cited Bloomberg date estimate, but this remains attributed reporting rather than confirmation.
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Apple Newsroom reported that Apple Upgrade, a new hardware leasing program, is now available through the Apple Store online, the Apple Store app, and Apple Store locations in the U.S.
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