It came from the depths of Rumorville, but it’s pretty interesting nonetheless.
Apple could begin to distribute smartphones set to be unveiled on Wednesday not long after the announcement, with a report suggesting the first batch of “iPhone XS” and “iPhone XC” models could ship to customers as early as September 21st in Italy.
A leaked screenshot of an Italian shipper’s internal messaging system apparently warns employees to anticipate higher workloads in the near future. The image seems to indicate the first high-traffic day to be September 21, just nine days after Apple’s event.
The carrier noted within the screenshot functions as Apple’s shipping partner in Italy, as well as several other countries.
The message also warns that there will be increased deliveries on September 25 through to September 27, but not as high as the initial wave planned for September 21.
The message’s subject line mentions Apple by name, but does not advise for higher-than-normal deliveries before September 21, which could hint as to when iPhone deliveries are to commence.
Apple’s “Gather Round” event on September 12th is expected to see the launch of three new iPhones, as well as potential changes for the Apple Watch, iPad Pro, and Mac lines.
Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.
Via AppleInsider and iPhone Italia