Apple is again setting the bar higher with its highly anticipated iPhone 18 Pro Max, which is going to be a game-changer in the smartphone industry. The iPhone 18 Pro Max is going to be Apple's 2026 flagship, and it is expected to be one of the biggest jumps in the smartphone industry in a long time. Right from the launch of Apple's first-ever 2nm chip to the much-awaited under-display Face ID feature, the iPhone 18 Pro Max is going to be a powerhouse for all its users.
As is the tradition with Apple, the iPhone 18 Pro Max is set to be launched in early September 2026. Although the global launch of the device takes place at the Steve Jobs Theatre in California, India has emerged as a Tier-1 market for Apple, and hence, the device is expected to be available for pre-order in India a few days after the global launch.
Expected Announcement: September 8, 2026
Pre-order Date (India): September 11, 2026
Official Sale Starts: September 18, 2026
The brain of the iPhone 18 Pro Max is the brand-new A20 Pro chip, designed using TSMC’s advanced 2nm process. This enables a staggering increase in the number of transistors packed into the same area, delivering approximately 15% improved performance and 30% improved power savings over the previous A19 Pro.
Display: 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR OLED with ‘LTPO+’ technology; 120Hz ProMotion and peak brightness of 3,000 nits.
Processor: Apple A20 Pro (2nm) with improved Neural Engine for AI computations.
Memory: Increased to 12GB or 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM to support complex on-device AI computations.
Storage: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, and a new 2TB model for professional content creators.
Design: An improved ‘Under-Display Face ID’ with a Dynamic Island reduced by 35%, providing a nearly full-screen experience.
Battery: Estimated 5,100mAh battery with support for up to 40W wired charging and 25W MagSafe charging.
Apple is rumoured to make a historic change in the camera hardware of the 18 Pro Max. Rumours point to a change from the traditional 48MP cameras to a high-resolution primary camera and a mechanical variable notch.
Primary Camera: A new 200MP Main Sensor (likely to be Samsung-manufactured) with a Variable Aperture (such as f/1.4 to f/2.4), which enables DSLR-like depth of field and exposure control.
Telephoto: 48MP Periscope camera with up to 6x-10x optical zoom and enhanced OIS.
Ultra-Wide: 48MP camera with enhanced low-light functionality and macro photography.
Selfie Camera: 24MP or 32MP front-facing camera with autofocus, now more discreet thanks to under-display sensors.
Video: 8K video recording at 60fps and enhanced ProRes RAW.
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Due to the rising costs of 2nm chip production and specialised memory (DRAM) for AI, a slight price hike is expected this year. As Apple continues to expand its manufacturing footprint in India, local assembly may help offset some import duties, but the Pro Max remains a premium luxury.
Variant |
Expected Price (INR) |
256 GB |
₹1,59,900 |
512 GB |
₹1,79,900 |
1 TB |
₹1,99,900 |
2 TB |
₹2,19,900 |
For users coming from older models like the iPhone 14 or 15 series, the iPhone 18 Pro Max offers substantial upgrades in performance, camera capabilities, AI features, and battery life—making it a worthwhile premium upgrade.
Yes, with up to 16GB RAM and an enhanced Neural Engine, the iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to support advanced on-device AI features such as real-time image processing, AI photo editing, smart voice assistance, and privacy-focused generative AI tools.
The iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to feature Apple’s most refined design yet, with under-display Face ID and a significantly reduced Dynamic Island. The slimmer bezels and near full-screen display offer a more immersive viewing experience while maintaining Apple’s premium build quality.
With an estimated 5,100mAh battery and the efficiency of the 2nm A20 Pro chip, the iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to deliver up to 1.5 days of heavy usage. Improved power management and faster charging make it ideal for power users and gamers.
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