iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max pre-orders now delayed to October for most models

For those who have not yet ordered an iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max, they may be waiting until October for delivery. Apple launched pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max over the weekend, but delivery times have since slipped into October. The earliest pre-orders will be delivered on Friday, September 18, which is also the day Apple Stores will have the first stock.

However, as of today, US Apple Store customers can expect the following shipping estimates: ordering an iPhone 18 Pro Max will result in a near-month-long wait for delivery. While the smaller iPhone 18 Pro may have slightly better shipping estimates, customers are still likely looking at an October delivery unless Apple hits an early target.

The overall sales performance of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max remains uncertain at this point, as does the impact of the smaller flagship lineup. Nonetheless, the delayed delivery times suggest a positive sign in the market.