iPhone 18 Pro Unboxing: New Colors, Better Photos, and Smaller Dynamic Island
The iPhone 18 Pro and ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max are launching tomorrow, but we were able to get one early to share some initial impressions. Both the 18 Pro and Pro Max are heavier than the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max models they replace, and it's most noticeable when you pick up the Pro Max. It was a heavy phone to begin with, and now…
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max devices are set to launch tomorrow, with early users sharing their first impressions. These new models are heavier than their predecessors, most noticeably the Pro Max weighing in at 249 grams compared to 233 grams for the earlier versions. Apple has addressed concerns about the two-tone design by matching the glass to the frame for a more uniform appearance, with the new glacier color being a light blue shade that appears blue rather than silver.
The new iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max come equipped with a powerful 2nm A20 Pro chip. While performance differences may not be significant for everyday tasks, the inclusion of a vapor chamber cooling system can help maintain a cooler temperature during more intensive tasks, such as gaming. Battery life improvements are expected, with the 18 Pro offering up to 36 hours of video playback and the Pro Max reaching 45 hours.
Modem upgrades vary between the U.S. and international markets. In the U.S., the iPhone 18 Pro uses Apple's new C2 modem, featuring mmWave 5G connectivity and improved efficiency compared to Qualcomm modems. The 18 Pro Max, however, will have a Qualcomm modem globally. The Dynamic Island, a new feature on the front of the device, has been slimmed down and features an infrared camera under the display.
This change reduces the space it takes up and allows for the display of three Live Activities simultaneously, or two in greater detail. Additionally, the Dynamic Island now supports variable aperture in the Main camera, which includes a new sensor. This variable aperture allows for better control over lighting and depth of field, adjusting automatically based on lighting conditions.
Users can also manually adjust aperture, shutter speed, and white balance through new Pro Controls, with a histogram provided for checking exposure levels. The iPhone 18 Pro launches at $1,199, while the Pro Max starts at $1,299, with both models available starting September 18.
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