> [Apple iPhone 16 demand is so weak that employees can already buy it on discount](https://qz.com/apple-iphone-16-pre-orders-sales-intelligence-ai-1851651638)

Not surprised at all. Older phones are lasting longer, newer phones are expensive and not enough juice to justify the upgrade anymore. I am getting the 16 pro after 3 years and I am already contemplating whether I should return it back anyway coz I dont know why I need another monthly installment.