Friends, it's that time of year again – the one when we prepare for the annual Black Friday sale and, consequently, the deals on the latest iPhone 16 range. While we are still a few weeks away from writing this article, the deals This year's Black Friday iPhone 16 lineup will be here before you know it, so it's worth preparing ahead of time.
As TechRadar's resident deals editor, I'll be available to help our readers in the US and UK get the best Black Friday iPhone 16 deals here on this page. There are already some great deals you can check out below, and I'll have plenty more recommendations as we move into November.
Generally speaking, Black Friday deals tend to increase from early November onwards, so I recommend checking back regularly for updates. In the meantime, you can find details on everything to expect below, including details on the most common types of iPhone deals in both the US and UK during Black Friday.
Today's best iPhone 16 deals in the US
Today's best iPhone 16 deals in the UK
Alex Whitelock
As TechRadar's deals editor, I've been covering Black Friday deals and iPhone deals in particular for over four years. At this point, I know exactly where to find the best deals for our readers. I'm also joined by several experts from TechRadar's phone team, who have thoroughly reviewed the four new devices in the range.
Black Friday iPhone 16 deals: FAQ
When will Black Friday iPhone 16 deals start in 2024?
Black Friday 2024 falls on November 29, but we expect plenty of iPhone deals to be checked out before this date. Black Friday used to be a one-day sale, but nowadays it's more of a broader seasonal sale that usually spans most of November. Subsequently, I always recommend our readers to keep an eye out for sales starting in early November, regardless of the type of products they are looking to get at a discount.
A notable example of last year's early Black Friday deals was Verizon's early flash sale, which took place about a week before the big day. While it's too early to say whether major carriers will offer similar iPhone 16 preview deals this year, I recommend bookmarking this page and checking back for more updates.
Is Black Friday the best time to buy an iPhone 16?
In my opinion, the best time to buy an iPhone in general is usually during the initial pre-order period, right after the device has been unveiled. Carrier offers and Apple promotions tend to be stronger in this initial period as retailers look to encourage potential users to upgrade their services and lock customers in for another plan/product cycle.
With that, Black Friday will take second place in terms of the overall best time to buy an iPhone 16. November is another common month for upgraders, so you'll definitely find some great Black Friday deals on the iPhone 16 if you missed that one. initial pre-order period. . Plus, who knows, we might even see some surprise promotions on top of the usual trade-in rebates and free devices during Black Friday.
What Black Friday iPhone 16 deals should I expect?
First of all, the biggest discounts for the iPhone 16 during Black Friday will almost certainly revolve around some type of trade-in criteria. If you're looking for a full discount, expect to trade in an older device at Apple or one of the major US and UK carriers. Unfortunately, this is the case with iPhone deals all year round, but the savings can be significant if your old device is valued enough. For example, usual maximum discounts of up to $1,000/£650 can significantly reduce the asking price of an iPhone 16.
While trade-ins are likely to be the mainstay of Black Friday iPhone 16 deals, there are likely other promotions available at retailers. For example, Verizon has been experimenting with direct discounts for the iPhone 16 range along with new unlimited data lines, as well as the option to bundle a free iPad and Apple Watch. These are great deals, but the problem is obviously that you'll need a line on the carrier's expensive Ultimate Unlimited plan to be eligible.
In the UK, we expect a mix of swaps and contract discounts. Apple's Black Friday iPhone 16 deals probably won't be all that good (expect gift cards at most), but there should be good options at third-party retailers like Carphone Warehouse and Mobiles.co.uk. Major networks such as Three, Vodafone and O2 could offer good rate discounts during Black Friday, as well as better data allowances. Double data, for example, is a common giveaway that networks love to offer to entice people to switch providers.
Why trust TechRadar this Black Friday?
TechRadar has been covering iPhone launches, Black Friday deals, and everything in between for over a decade. By my estimate, we've probably helped thousands of readers save millions of dollars and pounds, and that's what we expect to continue in 2024.
Not only do we know literally everything about the new iPhone 16 range thanks to our in-depth reviews, we also keep track of the best iPhone deals all year round. Because of this, we know exactly which Black Friday iPhone 16 deals will be worth it this November and which will be the usual options you'll find at major carriers.