iPhone 16 launch: Social media erupts with reactions, ‘Ameero ka Dmart’, ‘actors hired by Apple’ as long queues emerge

The iPhone 16 series debuted on September 20, 2024, featuring four models with a 6.9-inch display. Long queues in Mumbai sparked humorous comments on social media, as customers expressed excitement, with one waiting 21 hours to purchase the new device.

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Updated20 Sep 2024, 11:05 AM IST
iPhone 16 launch: Social media erupts with reactions, ‘Ameero ka Dmart’, ‘actors hired by Apple’ as long queues emerge
iPhone 16 launch: Social media erupts with reactions, ‘Ameero ka Dmart’, ‘actors hired by Apple’ as long queues emerge(file photo)

iPhone 16: Social media platforms have been abuzz with the launch of Apple's iPhone 16 today, September 20, 2024. Long queues of people were spotted outside Apple's first store in India, in Mumbai's BKC area.

As visuals of the queues emerged, netizens have been posting hilarious comments, that have taken the social media platform X by a storm.

One user posted that all the people waiting for the phone are actors that have been hired by Apple. Meanwhile, another user questioned “ Who says money is not there in India?”

Also Read | Skip the lines, get iPhone 16 delivered within minutes: Here’s how

Netizens further compared the Apple stores to DMart, India's popular retail chain. “ Apple Store is like Ameero ka Dmart(DMart for rich people) during iPhone Launches :P,” posted an user on X. One user further resorted to a subtle dig, by stating that such long queues are not seen for voting during the Lok Sabha elections.

‘Waiting for 21 hours’

Speaking to ANI, one customer said that he had been waiting for 21 hours in queue to purchase the latest iPhone model. “I have been standing in the queue for the last 21 hours. I have been here since 11 AM yesterday and I will be the first one to enter the store today at 8 AM. I am very excited today...The atmosphere in Mumbai for this phone is absolutely new...Last year, I stood in the queue for 17 hours,” the Apple user said.

Also Read | iPhone 16 series goes on sale in India: Offers, prices, and where to purchase

All about iPhone 16

Indian customers can purchase the new iPhone 16 models from a variety of platforms, including Apple’s official online store, Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, and Reliance Digital. Additionally, Apple’s official retail stores in Delhi and Mumbai, along with authorized resellers, are offering the devices.

Also Read | iPhone 16 hits stores today! All you need to know

The iPhone 16 series includes four models: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The new models also feature a 6.9-inch display, making it the largest iPhone ever.

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