Apple launches iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro in UAE: Prices, release dates revealed

Apple has introduced a new range of iPhones, smartwatches, and earbuds in the UAE. The lineup includes the first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, which costs Dh8,499 and will be available for pre-orders starting October 16. Following the Duo, the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max launch on September 18 at a starting price of Dh5,099 and Dh5,499 respectively.

Both models feature a variable-aperture main camera, a smaller Dynamic Island, and enhanced battery life. The Pro Max version offers the longest battery life. Notably, the UAE models of the iPhone 18 Pro do not include a physical SIM card slot; instead, they use eSIM with e& and du carriers supporting eSIM. Apple's latest smartwatch, the Apple Watch Series 12, begins at Dh1,599 and is available for pre-orders starting September 18.

It introduces a new readiness score, which uses activity, sleep, and health data to determine a user's workout readiness. The Ultra 4 model, aimed at runners, hikers, and divers, costs Dh3,199 and provides up to 50 hours of battery life in normal use and up to 84 hours in Low Power Mode. The AirPods 5, priced at Dh549, includes stronger noise cancellation and support for Live Translation with compatible Apple devices.