iPhone Ultra and iPhone 18 Pro prices leak days before Apple event — here's my final bet on what you'll pay
A recent leak from a network carrier in Egypt gives us an indication of what the iPhone Ultra could cost when it launches next week.
Less than a week before Apple's highly anticipated event, pricing leaks for the upcoming iPhone Ultra and iPhone 18 series have surfaced. The foldable iPhone Ultra is expected to start at around $1,999, according to leaks from Vodafone in Egypt and Australia. This price is only about 80% more expensive than the iPhone 17 Pro, suggesting a 75% increase in Egypt and 85% increase in Australia.
The latest analysis from market research firm TrendForce indicates a 10-20% price increase for the iPhone 18 series, with the foldable iPhone Ultra starting at $2,099–2,299 and potentially exceeding $3,000. Despite the higher price tag, the iPhone Ultra is positioned as a premium device for tech enthusiasts and Apple fans.
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Also reported by 4 other outlets
- iPhone Ultra latest release date rumors — here’s when we expect it to launch tomsguide.com
- Apple making just a few hundred iPhone Ultras per day, per report 9to5mac.com
- Apple foldable iPhone may cost over $2,000 dailytimes.com.pk
- Apple’s Sept. 9 Event: What to Expect From the iPhone 18 Pro and the Reported $2,099-Plus Foldable techrepublic.com
