Technology giant Apple has officially taken the wraps off its latest mobile lineup during its much-anticipated Surprise and Shine event. At this grand showcase, the company introduced the advanced iPhone 18 Pro and the larger-screened iPhone 18 Pro Max, alongside its maiden foldable smartphone. The company has officially named this innovative foldable model the iPhone Duo. While sales for the traditional Pro series handsets are set to begin as early as next week, customers eager to purchase the foldable model will need to exercise patience and wait until October.
India Pricing for iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max
In the Indian market, the starting price for the 256GB storage model of the iPhone 18 Pro has been set at Rs 1,64,900. Meanwhile, the larger-display variant of the iPhone 18 Pro Max with 256GB storage carries a price tag of Rs 1,79,900. Indian consumers will be able to purchase both Pro models in four striking color options, which include Burgundy, Glacier, Silver, and Black. These premium colorways are designed to offer a sophisticated aesthetic to users.
iPhone Duo Becomes the Most Expensive iPhone Ever
Apple's very first foldable smartphone stands as the most expensive iPhone ever released by the company. The base 256GB variant of the iPhone Duo starts at a staggering price of Rs 2,99,900 in India. Looking at the higher storage tiers, the 512GB model is priced at Rs 3,24,900, the 1TB model costs Rs 3,74,900, and the top-tier 2TB variant reaches Rs 4,49,900.
This foldable phone has been introduced in two distinct color finishes named Star White and Night Sky. Furthermore, customers purchasing through Apple's online store will be able to take advantage of trade-in credits, selected bank offers, and a six-month No-Cost EMI payment option.
Pre-order and Sale Dates for iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max
India is among the select group of nations included in the first wave of retail rollouts for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Pre-orders for both of these flagship models are scheduled to kick off on September 12 at 5:30 PM. Following this, retail sales and customer deliveries will officially commence on September 18. This means that customers who secure an early pre-order will not have to endure a lengthy wait before unboxing their new devices.
Pre-order and Release Schedule for iPhone Duo
Apple has designated a separate and later launch schedule for the foldable iPhone Duo. Pre-order bookings for this cutting-edge foldable device will begin on October 16 at 5:30 PM. On the other hand, retail availability and direct sales for the phone will start on October 23. In summary, within Apple's fresh product lineup, the iPhone Duo stands out as the most expensive offering, whereas the iPhone 18 Pro series will become accessible to Indian buyers starting next week.
