It’s now been over two months since the iPhone 17 series went on sale, but Apple is still catching up with demand ahead of Black Friday.
Black Friday is one week away, though you don’t have to wait that long for discounts and bargains, as many Black Friday deals have already gone live. Shoppers wanting to buy one of Apple’s newest iPhones should know there’s good and bad news about the iPhone 17. First of all, Apple announced its Black Friday 2025 shopping event, and the iPhone 17 models aren’t included. That’s hardly a surprise, as Apple usually avoids including the newest iPhone series in its Black Friday promotions. Better iPhone 17 deals might be available from electronics retailers and carriers, assuming the iPhone 17 is in stock.
On that note, let’s talk about availability. Some models are in stock, but the standard iPhone 17 model is still sold out online. The cheapest iPhone 17 model has the longest delivery times, with buyers having to wait 1-2 weeks to have their unit shipped. The iPhone 17 Pro Max is also sold out, but shipping estimates have improved compared to last week.
