iPhone 17 launch date may have been leaked by German wireless carriers

A new report citing internal cellphone carrier sources says that Apple will unveil the iPhone 17 family on a date that's been previously rumored to host the event.iPhone 17 Pro - Image Credit: AppleInsiderThe new report fits in with previous rumors stating that the launch would be in the week beginning September 8, 2025. AppleInsider noted that out of respect for 9/11, Apple does not hold launches on September 11, nor does it hold them on Fridays, so September 12 was out.According to German site iPhone Ticker, cellphone carriers in that country have been told that the event will be on Tuesday, September 9. The report claims to be based on information from multiple carriers, which may be to back up its likelihood of being correct, or may be to protect a source. Rumor Score: