{
  "id": 6614454,
  "title": "Which iPhone 18 Model Should You Buy?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/which-iphone-18-model-should-you-buy",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-10T16:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Wired",
    "slug": "wired",
    "url": "https://www.wired.com/story/which-apple-iphone-18-models-to-buy/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Choosing the right iPhone 18 model can be a daunting task. With the introduction of the iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, and iPhone 18 Pro Max, Apple offers a range of options to suit different needs. All three models share some key features, such as the powerful A20 Pro chip, a 120-Hz adaptive refresh rate OLED display, and an IP68 water and dust resistance rating. However, there are significant differences between them.\n\nThe iPhone Duo has a compact 5.4-inch screen that unfolds into a 7.6-inch display, making it more portable than traditional foldable phones. It weighs 254 grams, which is heavier than the other two models. The Duo has a 48-megapixel main camera and a 48-megapixel ultrawide lens but lacks a telephoto lens. Its price starts at $1,999. The phone supports Qi2 magnetic wireless charging and includes Touch ID, Ultra Wideband, and Dual Capture features.\n\nThe iPhone 18 Pro, priced at $1,199, is the smallest of the three with an 6.3-inch display and weighs 211 grams. It features a 48-megapixel main camera, 48-megapixel ultrawide, and 48-megapixel telephoto lens with 8X zoom. The Pro model comes with USB-C ports, Face ID, and has a slightly larger battery than the Duo. Its build includes a titanium frame, Ceramic Shield front, and Ceramic Shield back.\n\nThe iPhone 18 Pro Max is the largest model, with a 6.9-inch display and weighing 249 grams. It is the most expensive at $1,299. It also has the largest battery, promising extended battery life. The Pro Max features a 48-megapixel main camera, 48-megapixel ultrawide, and 48-megapixel telephoto lens with 8X zoom, similar to the Pro model. It includes the same features as the Pro model but with a larger frame and back.",
  "summary": "Apple's new folding iPhone Duo is finally here, alongside refreshed Pro models. Our primer has all the details you need to choose the iPhone 18 that's right for you.",
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  "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."
}