{
  "id": 6937512,
  "title": "iPhone 18 Pro preorders are officially live: Everything to know before buying",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/12/iphone-18-pro-preorders-are-officially-live-everything-to-know-before",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-12T14:26:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/tech/apple-iphone-18-pro-max-preorders-live-sept-12"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The highly anticipated iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models have officially begun accepting preorders. The new smartphones are now available for purchase from the Apple online store, with customers able to place their orders as early as 8 a.m. Eastern Time on the launch day. Despite initial reports suggesting technical issues with the Apple website, the site appears to be functioning properly without any reported problems.\n\nIn addition to Apple's own online store, various retailers and mobile carriers have also started accepting preorders for the iPhone 18 Pro. T-Mobile, for example, is offering the iPhone 18 Pro for free to qualifying customers. This promotional deal could be of particular interest to users seeking to upgrade their devices without a significant financial investment.\n\nFor those interested in preordering the iPhone 18 Pro, there are several options available. Customers can visit the T-Mobile website to take advantage of their special offer, or they can explore deals from retailers like AT&T Wireless and Walmart. It is important to note that each retailer may have its own specific terms and conditions associated with the preorder, so potential buyers should carefully review the details before proceeding with their purchase.",
  "summary": "The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are on sale now ahead of a Sept. 18 launch date.",
  "key_points": [
    "iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max preorders officially live",
    "Apple online store, T-Mobile, AT&T Wireless accept orders",
    "T-Mobile offers iPhone 18 Pro free for qualifying customers"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "AppleInsider",
        "title": "Preorders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are now live",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/12/preorders-for-the-iphone-18-pro-and-iphone-18-pro-max-are-now-live",
        "published": "2026-09-12T12:02:33.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "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."
}