Excitement is building among South African tech enthusiasts as pre-orders for Apple’s highly anticipated iPhone 15 range have opened up at the popular retail store, iStore.
Offering cutting-edge features and sleek designs, the latest edition of the iconic smartphone is set to revolutionize the mobile device market once again.
With four editions to choose from – the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and the flagship iPhone 15 Pro Max – Apple has ensured there is a model to suit every user’s preferences and needs.
One of the most significant changes in this new lineup is the introduction of USB-C charging ports, marking a departure from the traditional lightning cable charging ports.
During its grand unveiling event, Apple confirmed that pricing for the iPhone 15 Pro would start at $999 (approximately R18,925), maintaining consistency with its predecessor.
Meanwhile, the larger-sized iPhone 15 Pro Max starts at $1,199 (around R22,714) – an increase of $100 compared to previous models.
The more budget-friendly options include the standard iPhone 15 starting at $799 (about R14,999) and its larger counterpart, the iPhone 15 Plus starting at $899 (about R16,877).
These prices offer users a range of options within different price brackets while ensuring they can experience Apple’s innovative technology regardless of their budget.
One aspect that sets South Africa apart from other countries is its lack of a direct Apple store where consumers can purchase products directly from Apple.
However, iStore fills this gap by being a trusted retailer specializing in Apple products and accessories across South Africa.
Prospective buyers can head over to iStore online or visit physical stores to place their pre-orders for any model within the new iPhone range. According to information available on iStore’s website, pricing for these devices starts at R21,999 for the base model iPhone 15.
With the overwhelming demand expected for the latest iPhones, iStore has implemented various strategies to ensure a smooth and hassle-free purchase experience.
Customers can conveniently trade in their old devices and upgrade to a new Vodacom, MTN, or Telkom iPhone cellular contract. As an added incentive, customers may receive up to R20,000 cashback deposited directly into their bank accounts on the same day.
Furthermore, iStore is guaranteeing trade-in values until December 31st, 2023. This ensures that customers can secure their trade-in value now and maximize its potential when they are ready to upgrade in the future.
In response to evolving customer preferences, iStore has also witnessed a growing trend of customers opting out of traditional cellular contracts.
Instead, they choose to buy iPhones outright using the store’s attractive trade-in values. To facilitate this shift towards ownership freedom, iStore is offering additional savings as a limited-time promotion.
Customers who choose to buy outright and trade in any iPhone 13 series will receive an extra saving of R3,500. Similarly, those trading in any iPhone 12 series phone will enjoy an additional R2,000 off their purchase price.
The arrival of Apple’s iPhone 15 range brings with it a host of exciting features that are sure to captivate users across South Africa. Alongside its striking design upgrades and USB-C charging ports, these smartphones boast Apple’s fastest in-house smartphone processor – the A17 chip.
Notably, this powerful chip enhances gaming capabilities by supporting ray tracing technology for smoother graphics and improved color accuracy.
With larger models like the Pro Max featuring a generous 6.7-inch display size alongside more muted colors allowing titanium accents to shine through – there truly is something for everyone within this range.
As pre-orders continue pouring in at iStore outlets across South Africa and online platforms buzzing with eager customers, it is clear that the iPhone 15 range has captured the attention and imagination of tech enthusiasts nationwide.
With its innovative features, robust performance capabilities, and sleek design elements, Apple’s latest offerings are set to redefine the smartphone experience once again.