NEW DELHI, September 10, 2026 – Apple has officially announced the pricing and availability details for its latest flagship smartphones, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, following a major global launch event. The new devices bring significant upgrades to performance, camera systems, and artificial intelligence capabilities, with pre-orders scheduled to open on September 12.
1.Pricing and Storage Options:
In India, the iPhone 18 Pro starts at Rs 1,64,900 for the base 256GB model, while the larger iPhone 18 Pro Max begins at Rs 1,79,900. Both flagship models are available in four storage configurations: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, and a massive 2TB option. The top-end 2TB storage variant of the iPhone 18 Pro is priced at Rs 3,14,900, and the corresponding Pro Max reaches Rs 3,29,900. The smartphones will be offered in four premium color finishes: Black, Silver, Glacier, and Burgundy.
2.Pre-Orders and Sale Dates:
Apple has confirmed that pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will open on September 12 at 5:30 PM IST. The devices will officially go on sale and become available to consumers starting September 18. This simultaneous rollout includes India among more than 65 countries and regions, underscoring the country’s growing importance as a key revenue market for Apple’s premium ecosystem.
3.A20 Pro Chip and Camera Upgrades:
The iPhone 18 Pro series is powered by the next-generation A20 Pro chip and runs on iOS 27, introducing advanced Siri AI and Apple Intelligence features built directly into the operating system. In a major photography upgrade, Apple has introduced a 48-megapixel Fusion main camera with variable aperture, utilizing six laser-cut blades to adjust automatically to lighting conditions and depth-of-field requirements. Battery life has also seen improvements, with the Pro Max model delivering up to 45 hours of video playback.
Apple is also offering substantial trade-in credits ranging from Rs 4,500 to Rs 81,500 for customers exchanging their existing devices, aiming to drive upgrades in the competitive premium smartphone segment.
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