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The Best Time to Buy an iPhone

Did you know there's a best time to buy an iPhone? Learn exactly when to purchase in order to save the most money.

The best times to buy an iPhone are Black Friday, Black Friday Weekend, Cyber Monday, Memorial Day, Memorial Day Weekend, and holiday season.

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IPhones are almost never on sale—about 10% of the year, or an average of 1-in-9.9 days.

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The best months to buy an iPhone are May, November, and December.

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The best holiday to buy an iPhone is Memorial Day.

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When is the best time to buy an iPhone?

The best times to buy an iPhone are Black Friday, Black Friday Weekend, Cyber Monday, Memorial Day, Memorial Day Weekend, and holiday season.

Black Friday

iPhones are on sale during Black Friday as retailers offer discounts and promotions in order to attract customers and increase sales during one of the busiest shopping days of the year.

Black Friday Weekend

iPhones are on sale during Black Friday Weekend as retailers offer discounts and promotions in order to attract customers and increase sales during one of the busiest shopping days of the year.

Cyber Monday

iPhones are on sale during Cyber Monday as retailers offer discounts and promotions in order to attract customers and increase sales during one of the busiest shopping days of the year.

Holiday Season

iPhones are often put on sale during the holiday season as retailers aim to capitalize on the increased demand for electronic devices and draw in more customers during this busy shopping period.

Memorial Day

iPhones are on sale during Memorial Day because retailers often use this holiday as an opportunity to offer special discounts and promotions, thereby driving sales and increasing revenue.

Memorial Day Weekend

iPhones are on sale during Memorial Day Weekend because retailers often use this holiday as an opportunity to offer special discounts and promotions, thereby driving sales and increasing revenue.

How often are iPhones on sale?

IPhones are almost never on sale, approximately 37 days each year, spanning 6 distinct sale periods—that's 10% of the year.

What are the best months to buy an iPhone?

The best months to buy iPhones are May, November, and December.

What are the best holidays to buy an iPhone?

The best holiday to buy an iPhone is Memorial Day.

What's the best place to buy an iPhone?

The best place to buy an iPhone is at Amazon.

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