iPhone 18 Pro costs $100 more; reviewers see small upgrades
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199, up $100. GSMArena rates it 4.4 out of 5 but calls the update modest.
Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro costs $100 more than last year's and starts at $1,199. Reviewers say it is a good phone but only a small step up. If you already have last year's model, you can skip it.
Hype check
Louder than it deserves. The real change is smaller.
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Why it matters
Apple raised prices while the phone changes little. Owners of the 17 Pro have little reason to switch.
Skip: keep your phone unless the battery is worn.
The details
- iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199 and the Pro Max at $1,299, both $100 above last year (MacRumors).
- Chip is the A20 Pro; the main camera now has a variable aperture (f/1.5 to f/4.0).
- GSMArena measures a 4,056 battery in the 18 Pro and 5,391 mAh in the Pro Max.
- Apple lists 50% charge in about 15 minutes with a 60W adapter.
- Sales began September 18; GSMArena reviewed the Pro Max on Sept 23 and the Pro on Sept 25.
In this story
A20 Pro · 6.3in OLED, 120Hz
GoodFast, steady all-round iPhone with a better main camera.
Watch out$100 more than the 17 Pro for small changes.
A20 Pro · 6.9in OLED, 120Hz
GoodLongest battery life of any iPhone.
Watch outHeavy at 249 g and costs $1,299.
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