{
  "id": 2006394,
  "title": "iPhone 18 Pro: Three new design updates are coming",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/iphone-18-pro-three-new-design-updates-are-coming",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-19T20:03:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "9to5Mac",
    "slug": "9to5mac",
    "url": "https://9to5mac.com/2026/08/19/iphone-18-pro-three-new-design-updates-are-coming-this-year/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Next month, the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are set to launch, bringing with them three new design updates, according to rumors. The most talked-about update seems to be the back glass design, which aims to minimize color differences between the glass and aluminum back panel. This addresses the polarizing two-tone rear glass and aluminum found on the iPhone 17 Pro. Another change to look forward to is a redesigned Dynamic Island, which will be about 35% smaller on the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max compared to its current size. While there have been rumors about a smaller Dynamic Island design, Apple has yet to move to a hole-punch design. Apple has also hinted at offering bold and fun color options as it did with the iPhone 17 Pro. Cosmic Orange, in particular, has been a huge hit, proving that Apple's move away from basic shades of white, black, and gray was a wise decision. Rumors also suggest that at least three colors, including Space Gray/Black and Dark Cherry, which is a mix of burgundy, coffee, and deep purple, might make a comeback with the iPhone 18 Pro.",
  "summary": "iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will launch next month , and in addition to packing a variety of new features , there are three design changes reportedly coming. Here’s what rumors say to expect.",
  "key_points": [
    "iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max to launch next month with three design updates",
    "Back glass design aims to minimize color differences between glass and aluminum",
    "Redesigned Dynamic Island to be 35% smaller than current size"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}