Status BusiPhone 18 Pro Max
- Rumored
Reported, but not officially confirmed. Not yet announced by Apple — everything below is from leaks and supply-chain reports.
- Expected release
- Countdown
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Latest update
Apple sent out official event invitations for Wednesday, September 9 at 10 AM PT. The announcement is now confirmed; on-sale date expected September 18.
Timeline
Apple sent official invitations confirming the September 9 event at 10 AM PT. Pricing rumors suggest a $250-$300 increase from iPhone 17 Pro Max, putting the base model at $1,449-$1,499.MacRumors ↗(opens in a new tab)
Rumored features roundup: under-display Face ID, a smaller Dynamic Island, a new LTPO+ display, a frosted Ceramic Shield back, and a new C2 modem that adds 5G-via-satellite browsing.MacRumors ↗(opens in a new tab)
Apple's usual keynote timing points to a September 9 announcement, with the phone releasing September 18.Forbes ↗(opens in a new tab)
Battery leak: 5,567mAh in the U.S. (5,391mAh in China), paired with the efficient 2nm A20 Pro chip.MacRumors ↗(opens in a new tab)
Colorway leak lists Light Blue, Dark Cherry, Dark Gray and Silver, with Dark Cherry as the headline new finish.MacRumors iPhone 18 Pro roundup ↗(opens in a new tab)
WWDC 2026 timing and iOS 27 clues point analysts to a September 2026 launch window for the iPhone 18 Pro line.Forbes ↗(opens in a new tab)
Details
- Manufacturer
- Apple
- Chip
- A20 Pro (2nm, TSMC)
- Display
- 6.9-inch OLED, smaller Dynamic Island with under-display Face ID, LTPO+
- Battery
- 5,567mAh (U.S.) · 5,391mAh (China)
- Storage
- 256GB · 512GB · 1TB
- Colors
- Dark CherryLight BlueDark GraySilver
- Starting Price
- $1,449–$1,499 (rumored, ~$250–$300 increase)
FAQ
When is the iPhone 18 Pro Max coming out?
Apple officially confirmed a September 9, 2026 event at 10 AM PT after sending out invitations on August 26. The iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to go on sale Friday, September 18, 2026, based on Apple's historical pattern. Specs and pricing remain unannounced.
What colors will the iPhone 18 Pro Max come in?
Leaks point to four finishes — Dark Cherry (the headline new color), Light Blue, Dark Gray, and Silver. Apple has not confirmed the palette, and one leaker cautioned some finishes may be prone to paint wear.
How big is the iPhone 18 Pro Max battery?
A July 2026 leak lists a 5,567mAh battery for the U.S. model (5,391mAh in China, where physical-SIM hardware takes up space). That is roughly 10% larger than the iPhone 17 Pro Max and would be the biggest battery in any iPhone.
How much will the iPhone 18 Pro Max cost?
Apple hasn't announced pricing, but analysts expect a price increase of $250–$300 from the iPhone 17 Pro Max, putting the base model at $1,449–$1,499. Higher-capacity models like the 1TB would command even more.
What's new on the iPhone 18 Pro Max camera?
The standout rumored upgrade is a 48MP main camera with variable aperture — a mechanism that physically adjusts how much light hits the sensor for real depth-of-field control and better low-light shots. It's also expected to pair with Apple's new C2 modem for improved 5G and satellite connectivity, including 5G-via-satellite web browsing.