The iPhone XR officially came out on October 26, 2018.
iPhone XR Release Information
The iPhone XR is a significant model within Apple's smartphone lineup. It was introduced as part of the twelfth generation of the iPhone, launching alongside the higher-end iPhone XS and XS Max models.
According to the information from Wikipedia, the release timeline for the iPhone XR was as follows:
- Pre-orders began: October 19, 2018
- Official Release Date: October 26, 2018
This two-step release process, starting with pre-orders a week before the official launch date, is a common practice for Apple. The official release date is when the phone became generally available for purchase in stores and for deliveries from online pre-orders.
The iPhone XR quickly became a popular option due to its balance of features and price point compared to its more expensive counterparts at the time.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Pre-orders began | October 19, 2018 |
| Official Release | October 26, 2018 |
This release date marked the availability of the iPhone XR to customers globally, establishing it as a key product in Apple's late 2018 lineup.
