Just a few days ago Apple unveiled two new iPhone models for this year that included the slightly cheaper option of the iPhone 5C, and as promised the pre-order time for the device is almost upon us for UK and US consumers.

The online Apple Store is currently down as the company gets ready to start taking pre-orders for the iPhone 5C, and at the time of writing we are being met with the “We’ll be back” notification on the store front.

There will obviously be a rush of consumers looking to pick up the colourful new handset that is being offered at a lower price especially for those signing up to a new two year contract. Many will also be looking to purchase the handset unlocked although it is not much cheaper than the iPhone 5S.

The handset is mainly a redesigned iPhone 5 but with some upgraded specs and internals, and the polycarbonate body has been reinforced by steel in an attempt to give it a more premium feel, and of course there are a number of bright colour options available.

Are you going to pre-order the iPhone 5C?

Source: Apple.