Apple adds performance and camera upgrades with iPhone 18 Pro

First reported by Tom's Guide at · Updated · 4 sources

Apple released the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in September 2026, according to MacRumors. Its comparison notes that the five-year-old iPhone 13 Pro models still support iOS 27. Tom's Guide reports improved processing and photography over the iPhone 16 Pro, while noting that the older phone remains capable.

  • GSMArena reports screen and battery improvements over the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
  • According to GSMArena, the iPhone 17 Pro Max offers many similar features at a lower price.

Covered by 4 publishers within 37 hours of the first report.

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Tom's Guide I tested the iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro to see if a two-year upgrade makes sense · Jeff Parsons
MacRumors iPhone 13 Pro vs. iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: Is It Worth Upgrading? · Hartley Charlton
GSMArena Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs. iPhone 17 Pro Max
Android Headlines Remember The iPhone 17 Pro Color Mess? The iPhone 18 Pro May Be Next · Tyler Lee

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