iPhone 18 Pro review roundup: great cameras, no surprises, isn't iPhone Duo

The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max have received their first reviews, with many critics noting that they are overshadowed by the newly released iPhone Duo. According to Marques Brownlee's YouTube review, as reported by AppleInsider, one of the main criticisms of the iPhone 18 Pro is its high price. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max have undergone significant internal upgrades, particularly in the camera department, despite looking almost identical to last year's model, as noted by The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald.

The camera upgrades include manual exposure controls and improved image quality, but come with a higher price tag, $100 more than the iPhone 17 Pro, and expensive storage tiers, according to Allison Johnson of The Verge, as reported by Techmeme. The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max have refined designs, with substantial internal upgrades, but may not be a must-have for all users, especially considering the iPhone Duo's unique features, as noted by Mashable.

The iPhone 18 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR display, a 48-megapixel triple rear camera array, and an A20 Pro chip, as reported by Mashable. Overall, the reviews suggest that while the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max have impressive features, they may not be the most exciting or necessary upgrades for everyone.

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