{
  "id": 8059498,
  "title": "iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max launches in UAE tomorrow: 10 things buyers need to know",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/iphone-18-pro-iphone-18-pro-max-launches-in-uae-tomorrow-10-things",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-17T15:55:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/technology/iphone-18-pro-uae-launch-what-buyers-need-to-know-1.500678544"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max to arrive in UAE tomorrow: What prospective buyers need to understand\n\nThe iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will be available for purchase in the UAE on September 18, but pre-order customers should not expect to simply pick up any configuration they desire. Buyers who pre-ordered will receive an email with instructions on when they can collect their device. Availability on launch day will depend on stock levels at Apple stores and other retailers.\n\nThe starting prices for the new iPhones are Dh5,099 for the iPhone 18 Pro and Dh5,499 for the iPhone 18 Pro Max. The devices are available in four colors: Burgundy, Glacier, Silver and Black. The Burgundy version of the iPhone 18 Pro Max is currently the most popular color among pre-order customers.\n\nUAE telecom operators and retailers are offering installment and contract options for the new iPhones. For example, du is providing 12- or 24-month payment plans with postpaid packages, while e& is offering device instalment and Smart Pay options starting at around Dh225 per month. Apple's Trade In programme can also reduce the upfront cost for UAE customers trading in an iPhone 13 or newer models.\n\nOne significant camera upgrade is the new 48MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture, which can adjust between ƒ/1.48, ƒ/1.8, ƒ/2.8 and ƒ/4.0. The aperture can help users capture better photos in various lighting conditions. Both models are powered by Apple's new A20 Pro chip, which delivers faster graphics performance and supports demanding gaming, AI and other intensive tasks. The new cooling system is also designed to prevent overheating during such activities.\n\nBattery life has improved significantly, with the iPhone 18 Pro offering up to 36 hours of video playback and the iPhone 18 Pro Max reaching up to 45 hours. The phones can also charge up to 50 percent in around 15 minutes when connected to a compatible power adapter. The Dynamic Island on the new iPhones is smaller than before, giving the devices a slightly different appearance compared to previous models.",
  "summary": "Dubai: The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will officially go on sale in the UAE tomorrow, September 18, with buyers heading to Apple stores to get their hands on Apple's latest flagship smartphones. Pre-orders opened on September 12, but getting an iPhone on launch day may not be as simple as walking into an Apple store and picking one up. From launch-day availability and prices to the most…",
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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."
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