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Apple iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are now on sale in India with A20 Pro, 48MP cameras, iOS 27, bigger batteries, new colours and up to 2TB storage.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max have gone on sale in India today, September 18, after pre-orders opened on September 12. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at ₹1,64,900, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at ₹1,79,900. Both models are available through Apple, Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, Reliance Digital, Vijay Sales and other authorised retailers. The new Pro iPhones bring the A20 Pro chip, variable-aperture cameras, longer battery life and iOS 27 with Intelligence.
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are now available for purchase across online and offline channels in India. Sales started at 8:00 AM IST on September 18, while pre-orders began on September 12. This year, the important thing to note is about the iPhone 18's colour variants.
Buyers can get the new iPhones from the Apple Store, Store Online, Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, Reliance Digital and Vijay Sales, along with other authorised Apple retailers. Zepto is also offering the phones in select locations. Know iPhone duo features.
The brand is offering up to ₹7,000 instant cashback on eligible payment methods, along with up to six months of No-Cost EMI. Apple Trade In can also reduce the effective purchase cost depending on the device being exchanged. Offers on Amazon, Flipkart and other retailers can vary by bank and payment method.
The camera is where Apple has made one of the more noticeable changes this year. Both phones feature a triple 48MP rear camera setup, but the main camera now gets a variable aperture.
This means the aperture can change according to the scene instead of remaining fixed. It gives users more control over light and background blur, which can be useful when shooting portraits or photos in changing lighting conditions.
The camera setup includes:
The new camera controls are also aimed at people who want more manual control instead of relying entirely on automatic processing.
Under the hood, both models are powered by Apple's A20 Pro chip. The processor is built using a 2nm process and is paired with a new vapour chamber system designed to manage heat during demanding tasks.
Apple says the new chip delivers up to 40 percent faster GPU performance than the previous generation, while its higher memory bandwidth also helps with demanding games, video work and on-device AI features.
Battery life has also received a significant push, particularly on the iPhone 18 Pro Max. Apple rates the Pro Max for up to 43 hours of video playback, making it the more suitable option for users who spend long hours watching videos, gaming or recording content.
The phones also support faster wired charging, with compatible charging hardware capable of taking them to 50 percent in around 15 minutes.
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max ship with iOS 27, bringing Apple's latest software features and Apple Intelligence capabilities.
Siri AI is one of the headline additions, with the brand positioning it as a more useful assistant that can understand personal context and information on the screen. The phones also retain features such as Camera Control, the Action button, Face ID and MagSafe.
Other key specifications include:
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are offered in Black, Silver, Glacier and Burgundy finishes. With India getting the phones alongside the first-wave markets, buyers do not have to wait for a later local rollout.
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Question 1: What are the exact prices for iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max in India?
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at ₹1,64,900, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at ₹1,79,900, with both available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB variants.
Question 2: Which bank offers the best discounts or cashback on the new iPhone 18 series in India?
Croma lists up to ₹7,000 cashback on six-month no-cost EMI and ₹6,000 on full-swipe transactions with eligible Axis, ICICI and SBI cards.
Question 3: Is the iPhone 18 Pro's camera significantly better than the iPhone 17 Pro for Indian photography conditions?
The iPhone 18 Pro adds a 48MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture, offering greater control over light and depth compared with the previous generation.
Question 4: What is the expected trade-in value for older iPhones when buying the 18 Pro Max in India?
Apple India advertises up to ₹62,000 for eligible smartphone trade-ins, while the final amount depends on the model, configuration and condition.
Question 5: How does the iPhone 18 Pro's battery life hold up with Indian network conditions and app usage?
Apple says the Pro lineup brings major battery improvements, with the 18 Pro Max delivering its largest-ever iPhone battery-life increase through a larger battery and silicon efficiency gains.
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