Apple Buy Guide

Helping you decide when to buy your next Apple device

iOS Device Release Timeline

September 2024 (
iPhone 16

Mid-Journey. Neutral.
September 2024
iPhone 16 Pro

Mid-Journey. Neutral.
September 2023
iPhone 15

Previous release in line with the cycle. Consider upgrading.
April 2023
iPad Pro (6th Gen)

Average release cycle: 18 months. Still a strong buy.
October 2021
iPad Mini (6th Gen)

Update likely in 2024. Hold off if possible.

Device	Release Date	Expected Next Release	Recommendation
iPhone 15	September 2023	September 2024	Safe to buy now
iPhone 14	September 2022	Already succeeded by iPhone 15	Consider upgrading
iPad Pro (6th Gen)	April 2023	October 2024	Still a strong buy
iPad Mini (6th Gen)	October 2021	October 2024	Hold off if possible
iPhone 16	Expected	September 2024	Wait for updates