Marcus Barsoum, 16, sits in line outside Apple's flagship store in Sydney's central business district on 14 September, 2016. AFP PHOTO / WILLIAM WEST

Late yesterday, Apple announced there would be no iPhone 7 Plus or jet black iPhone 7 units available in stores for walk-in customers because they were already sold out.

Perhaps no customer was more disappointed by the news than 16-year-old Marcus Barsoum, who had staked his claim at the front of the line, along with three friends.

He had previously been offered $2500 to give up his spot in line but wasn’t trading it for anything.

He was understandably upset when Apple staff informed those waiting in line that their choice of iPhones was going to be limited.

Mr Barsoum and his friends, who were positioned in camping chairs outside the George St store in Sydney, lamented to news.com.au that they had missed a number of important days at school to wait in line. But they said they were not giving up their position because they still wanted to be among the first to get the new iPhone.

However the demeanour of the teenagers was notably soured after hearing the news.

“We arrived here at 10am Wednesday morning and have been here ever since, with each of us taking turns to leave,” Mr Barsoum told news.com.au yesterday, saying he was excited to get the jet black iPhone 7 Plus.

“I have already left twice to do an exam at school, but then quickly made my way back here.”

Marcus is no stranger to lining up for the iPhone launch, having been among the first 10 people to score the iPhone 6S last year and the 13th person to secure the iPhone 6 the year before.

“I wanted to make 100 per cent sure I was first in line this year, so that’s why we got here so early,” he said.

“One of our friends said he was offered $2500 for the seat, but there is no way we are going to sell.”

Despite the rain, there was about 200 people queuing outside the store this morning, many of whom had only been waiting an hour.

Only those who were quick enough to pre-order the Plus model will be lucky enough to get a September shipping date.

However if you’re content with the standard sized handset and don’t mind what colour you get, you should be able to pick one up from Apple stores around the country this morning.

Plenty of people braved the weather this morning.Source:News Corp Australia

For a disappointed Mr Barsoum, he thought the regular handset would have to do. But that was until he was informed by news.com.au that Vodafone was keen to provide him with the jet black iPhone Plus of his desires.

“I heard Vodafone was hooking me up with a iPhone 7 plus through Matt from News.com.au and I was absolutely ecstatic when I heard the news.” he said.

As for the one he picked up this morning, he’s not quite sure if he’ll sell it, keep it or return it.

“I may sell it or just keep it, possibly return it. We’ll see how it goes but hey it’s the first iPhone 7 to be purchased worldwide so we’ll see — not too sure!”

He said his heart was “shattered” when they were informed about the lack of stock but said he was now “over the moon” with how things have turned out.

A self-confessed Apple fan boy, said he wasn’t overwhelmed when the tech giant unveiled the new iPhone last week, but this wasn’t going to stop him from being the first person to get his hands on the device.

“I am diehard Apple fan and I am never going to switch to Samsung or any other brand,” he said.

“I was slightly let down by design and think the iPhone needs to have a better battery or fast charging.

“I am going to get the jet black iPhone 7 Plus.”

The four friends had brought a tent with them in order to try and get some sleep before the launch, although it hasn’t worked according to plan.

“I don’t know what work they are doing here, but they start at 11pm and continue through until around 5am,” said Marcus, referring to a construction site in front of the Apple store.

“Sleep is a luxury we don’t have.”

In addition to loud construction, people had been coming up to the tent throughout the night.

“Not only was it loud, but people were playing tricks on us and kept looking inside the tent,” added Mazen.

Despite the struggles, Marcus said he wouldn’t have it any other way.

“I can’t wait to get my hands on my new iPhone,” said Marcus.

Well played, buddy. We salute you!

Customers looking less than excited as they wait in line for the iPhone 7.Source:AAP

Despite not being first in line, more people are expected to join the growing queue overnight, with iPhone launches notorious for hordes of Apple fanatics waiting to get their hands on the smartphones when they are released.

Last year’s September launch of the iPhone 6S was no exception, with hundreds of people waiting in the miserable weather to secure the highly-anticipated device.

This event was made memorable, with one Sydneysider taking a hi-tech approach to waiting in the queue.

Lucy Kelly attached an iPad to a robotic body, which she used to secure the first position in the line.

“I want an updated version of the iPhone but I wasn’t going to wait in the cold and rain to get one,” she told News Corp.

“I want to be the first robot to buy an iPhone.”

The plan worked, with Ms Kelly making her way through the doors at 8am purchase the phone using an American Express card that was originally blu-tacked to her back.

Lucy the robot is first in line. People waiting outside the Apple store in George St for the new iPhone to go on sale tomorrow. Photo: Bob Barker.Source:News Corp Australia

In September 2014, Apple fanatics had lined up for days to their hands on a shiny new iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus.

When the first person to get their iPhone 6 in Perth was approached by media, he was more than excited to show off his new product.

There was only one problem.

When the customer went to remove the product from the box to show 9 News, the phone fell directly onto the concrete.

Luckily for him, it didn’t seem to smash.

When the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus are released on Friday, people can expect some minor changes from its predecessor.

The biggest new feature of the smartphone is the new camera technology, although both models are not created equal.

While the iPhone 7 has been fitted with a 7 megapixel forward facing camera and 12 megapixel rear camera — with features to improve photos in low light — it lacks the potential seen on the iPhone 7 Plus.

The larger of the two devices has been fitted with two lenses and two cameras — one 28mm wide-angle lens and one 56mm telephoto lens.

Having a dual camera allows for increased zoom capabilities and the ability to keep the subject of the shot in focus, while blurring the background.

The next major change was the removal of the headphone jack.

Users will still be able to connect wired headphones via the Lightning port, with a new set of headphones shipping in every box.

An adaptor to connect your existing 3.5mm headphones to Lightning will also come with every iPhone, although the small accessory looks like it would be easy to misplace.

Other improvements include a longer battery life, dual speakers, a brighter screen with a wider colour gamut and it is water resistant.

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