iPhone 17 Release Date: Apple Confirms Keynote, Here’s the Full Schedule

Apple fans, the countdown has officially begun. The company has finally sent out invites for its next big event where the iPhone 17 series will make its debut, along with new Apple Watches and AirPods.

The keynote is confirmed for Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 10 a.m. Pacific Time (1 p.m. Eastern, 6 p.m. U.K.). The event will be held at the Steve Jobs Theater in Cupertino, California, Apple’s usual stage for its biggest launches.

So, what does this mean for the rest of the iPhone 17 release timeline? Let’s break it down.

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Apple iPhone 17 Launch Timeline

• Event Invites Sent – Confirmed on Tuesday, August 26 at 9 a.m. Pacific. Apple teased the world with its “awe-dropping” tagline, setting the stage for September.
• Apple Keynote – Confirmed for Tuesday, September 9 at 10 a.m. Pacific. This is when Apple will officially unveil the iPhone 17 lineup, plus new Apple Watches and maybe a few surprises.
• Pre-Orders Open – Expected Friday, September 12 at 5 a.m. Pacific. Apple usually opens up pre-orders just a few days after the keynote.
• iOS 26 Release – Expected around Monday, September 15 or Tuesday, September 16 at 10 a.m. Pacific. The update will ship with the iPhone 17 but also roll out to older models, going back to iPhone 11.
• First Reviews Drop – Expected Tuesday, September 16 (6 a.m. Pacific), or possibly the following day, September 17. This is when the first real hands-on verdicts will hit the internet.
• iPhone 17 Release Date – Expected Friday, September 19 at 7 a.m. local time. As always, Australia and New Zealand will be the first to get it, followed by Europe and the U.S.

What’s Coming at the Event?

Apple is rumored to unveil not just one or two, but four new iPhones:

• iPhone 17
• iPhone 17 Pro
• iPhone 17 Pro Max
• iPhone 17 Air – a brand-new, super-slim model

And that’s not all. Alongside the phones, Apple will likely introduce:

• Apple Watch Series 11
• Apple Watch Ultra 3
• Possibly a new Apple Watch SE (3rd gen)
• Next-gen AirPods Pro

All of these are expected to launch with the iPhone 17 on the same September 19 release date.

What About the iOS 26 Release?

The new iOS 26 will come pre-installed on the iPhone 17 and will roll out for older iPhones shortly after the keynote. Expect big updates to Siri, Apple Intelligence features, and a redesigned “Liquid Glass” interface that makes the iPhone look and feel brand-new.

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Conclusion

Apple has locked in September 9, 2025 for its next keynoteand all signs point to the iPhone 17 being in your hands by September 19. Pre-orders will likely open September 12, so mark your calendars if you’re planning to upgrade.