The new 48MP Fusion Main camera now includes a variable aperture, a feature that Apple claims offers creative control not previously possible on an iPhone. Both models also feature a smaller Dynamic Island and a next-generation vapor chamber designed to deliver the highest sustained performance in iPhone history. The iPhone 18 Pro Max is noted for delivering the largest increase in battery life ever on an iPhone.

Running on iOS 27, the devices will include Apple Intelligence and Siri AI, positioning the phone as an intelligent personal hub. Pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are scheduled to begin on Saturday, September 12, with general availability following on Friday, September 18.