The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro have officially arrived in Malaysia, with throngs of eager early adopters flocking to the country’s sole Apple Store at The Exchange TRX. As one of the first global markets to receive Apple’s 2024 smartphone lineup, the launch has attracted enthusiasts from both within Malaysia and abroad.
Keen customers from Vietnam led the charge, with the first group joining the pre-order queue at 2:00 in the morning. Another group of 10 Vietnamese friends arrived at TRX around 3:00 AM, securing their spot at the front of the walk-in queue.
To accommodate the anticipated rush, Apple The Exchange TRX opened its doors at 8:00 AM, two hours earlier than its usual time.
For those unable to secure a pre-order, walk-in purchases at Apple The Exchange TRX remain possible, subject to stock availability.
The iPhone 16 family offers a wide array of models and storage capacities to cater to diverse consumer needs. Here’s a breakdown of the pricing structure for the Malaysian market:
- iPhone 16:
- 128GB: RM3,999
- 256GB: RM4,499
- 512GB: RM5,499
- iPhone 16 Plus:
- 128GB: RM4,499
- 256GB: RM4,999
- 512GB: RM5,999
- iPhone 16 Pro:
- 128GB: RM4,999
- 256GB: RM5,499
- 512GB: RM6,499
- 1TB: RM7,499
- iPhone 16 Pro Max:
- 256GB: RM5,999
- 512GB: RM6,999
- 1TB: RM7,999
Accessibility and Availability
For those who missed out on pre-orders, there’s still hope. Walk-in purchases at Apple The Exchange TRX remain a possibility, albeit subject to stock availability.
- The new iPhones are also accessible through multiple channels:
- Yes
- Apple’s online store
- Authorised Apple Resellers across Malaysia, including:
- Machines
- Switch/Urban Republic
- ITworld
- Senheng/senQ
- Thunder
- Major mobile network operators:
- CelcomDigi
- Maxis
- U Mobile
