If you’ve got your eye on the iPhone Duo and want to be among the first to get your hands on it, you might want to mark your calendar. iPhone Duo pre-orders officially begin on Friday, October 16, but Apple lets you get the whole process done days in advance.
What is Apple’s ‘Get ready’ feature?
Apple has launched a practical tradition for its large iPhone. A few days before pre-orders open, it lets buyers lock in their choice early, so there’s less to do when the big moment arrives. The iPhone Duo gets the same treatment.
Apple’s website now indicates that this early window will begin on Monday, October 12. You should have until sometime on October 15th to wrap things up.
To get started, go to the Apple Online Store or open the Apple Store app. From there you can decide the color and storage you want, choose your carrier, add your payment details and fill out a few other selections.
When the pre-order button finally goes live on Friday, October 16, you only have a few steps left, so your checkout should be done in no time.
Why should you prepare early?
If you’ve ever tried to pre-order a new iPhone on launch morning, you know how stressful it can be. You’ll be racing against countless other buyers while trying to choose the right storage option and remember your carrier details, all before delivery dates start to slip.
Doing the groundwork early takes most of that stress away. With your choices already saved, there’s a lot less that can go wrong when the clock hits pre-order time. And a smoother checkout gives you a better chance of seeing your iPhone Duo on your doorstep on launch day. It’s a small step, and your future self will thank you when you sip your coffee instead of frantically refreshing the page on October 16th.