{
  "id": 8499135,
  "title": "It took exactly one photo for me to realize the awesome power of the iPhone 18 Pro's variable aperture",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/it-took-exactly-one-photo-for-me-to-realize-the-awesome-power-of-the",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-19T17:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/cameras/photography/it-took-exactly-one-photo-for-me-to-realize-the-awesome-power-of-the-iphone-18-pros-variable-aperture"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The iPhone 18 Pro's variable aperture camera is a game changer, according to a reporter who tested the feature. The variable aperture allows for more control over depth of field compared to the iPhone's traditional portrait mode. Using an aperture of f1.48, the reporter took pictures of a leaf and a selfie, which showed the variable aperture providing a more natural, complete image. The reporter also experimented with other settings, finding that the variable aperture and additional pro controls resulted in photos that were closer to professional photography.",
  "summary": "Here is the tale of my first day with the iPhone 18 Pro Max's new variable aperture and why it's such a game-changer.",
  "key_points": [
    "iPhone 18 Pro's variable aperture is a game changer",
    "Reporter tested feature, took photos of leaf and selfie",
    "Variable aperture and pro controls yield professional-quality images"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "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."
}