From the all-new iPhone 16 lineup built for Apple Intelligence to the stunning new Apple Watch Series 10 and groundbreaking AirPods models, there was so much to be excited about today. Grateful to be with our incredible teams & customers celebrating at Apple Fifth Avenue! pic.twitter.com/SLR5rGUQW2
— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) September 20, 2024
Apple CEO Tim Cook greeted customers at the Fifth Avenue Apple Store in New York City on Friday as the iPhone 16 went on sale. Cook posed for selfies with fans as crowds gathered to be among the first to purchase the new iPhone. “It’s great to see so many people excited about the iPhone 16,” Cook said.
Tomorrow is glowtime for the iPhone 16 lineup at Apple Fifth Avenue! pic.twitter.com/5Sw0v5h8oC
— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) September 20, 2024
“We’ve put a lot of hard work into making this our best iPhone yet, and I think customers are going to love it.”
I loved spending time with our customers on launch day at Apple Fifth Avenue, and seeing their reactions to the new iPhone 16 lineup. Our teams did an amazing job making today truly unforgettable! pic.twitter.com/5PDuGZYyou
— Greg Joswiak (@gregjoz) September 20, 2024
The iPhone 16 features Apple’s new AI technology called Apple Intelligence, which includes advanced Siri capabilities, writing tools, article and notification summarization, audio transcription, and a Clean Up feature in the Photos app. However, these AI functionalities won’t be available until next month with the release of iOS 18.1.
Despite the delay in AI features, customers expressed excitement about the iPhone 16’s camera, which many cited as the main reason for upgrading. “I’ve been waiting for this iPhone because of the camera improvements,” said Maria Hernandez, who lined up early to get her hands on the new device.
Tim Cook greets NYC Apple fans
“I take a lot of photos, so a better camera is always a big deal for me.”
To celebrate the iPhone 16 launch, the iconic glass cube at the Fifth Avenue store was adorned with colorful lights and decals featuring “iPhone 16” and “Hello Apple Intelligence.” This creative display has become a tradition for Apple when launching new products. Cook was accompanied by Deirdre O’Brien, Apple’s senior vice president of retail, as he opened the store and welcomed customers.
While the crowds seemed somewhat smaller than in previous years, the enthusiasm for the new iPhone remained high. The iPhone 16 launch also coincided with some controversy, as demonstrators in several cities called for a boycott of Apple products due to concerns over the company’s business practices. Additionally, accessory maker Anker recalled three of its power-related products, including two MagSafe clones, due to a potential fire hazard.
Despite these issues, many Apple fans remain excited about the iPhone 16 and its new features. As sales continue, it remains to be seen how well the new device will perform in the market.
