iPhone 16 pro max delays

Ask Apple. This is a user to user only forum. The fact is there has been high demand for the newest phones, which means demand is exceeding supply. I'm sure when you placed your order, it showed a delivery date window? That is usually very accurate. And your phone will remain in processing status until Apple is ready to ship it, where the status will change to Preparing to Ship, then not long after, you'll receive an email notification your phone has Shipped, with tracking information.