iPhone 18 Pro Price in India, iPhone Ultra Design; Everything to Know Ahead of Apple Event 2026 on September 9
Apple is set to host its “Surprise and Shine” event on September 9, where it is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and its first foldable iPhone Ultra. The new Pro models may feature the A20 Pro chip and 12GB RAM, while the foldable could start at USD 1,999.
Apple is preparing to host its much-anticipated "Surprise and Shine" hardware showcase on Wednesday, September 9, at Apple Park in Cupertino. Breaking a product cycle pattern followed for nearly a decade, the technology giant is slated to debut three premium tier devices on stage, while pushing baseline models to spring 2027.
As per a report by The Times of India, the upcoming autumn lineup will feature the iPhone 18 Pro, the iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the company's first-ever foldable smartphone, widely referred to as the iPhone Ultra. This release schedule introduces an entirely high-end product phase under the leadership of newly appointed Chief Executive Officer John Ternus. Apple Surprise and Shine Event 2026: iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Fold Launch Expected With Price Hikes, Says Report.
iPhone 18 Launch Date in India and iPhone Ultra
Preorders for the new generation are projected to commence on Saturday, September 12, diverging from the traditional Friday rollout due to calendar alignment. Official retail availability is anticipated to follow on Friday, September 18, with India expected to secure placement within the first wave of launch markets specifically for the Pro and Pro Max configurations.
The headline-grabbing iPhone Ultra introduces a book-style foldable design featuring a 5.4 to 5.5-inch outer cover screen that expands into a 7.8-inch inner OLED workspace. Built around an advanced liquid metal hinge designed to suppress crease formation, the device foregoes Face ID in favour of a power button integrated Touch ID sensor and houses a dual 48-megapixel camera array. Pricing for the foldable flagship is expected to begin between USD 1,999 and USD 2,299, corresponding to roughly INR 1,76,000 to INR 2,02,000.
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Performance Upgrades
The traditional bar-form flagships bring notable internal refinements, anchored by the new 2nm A20 Pro chipset paired with 12GB of RAM. The standard iPhone 18 Pro retains its 6.3-inch form factor while introducing a variable aperture main sensor for enhanced exposure control, alongside a Dynamic Island reduction of roughly 35%. iPhone 18 Pro Price Shock? 400% RAM Cost Surge Could Push Up Prices in India.
Meanwhile, the larger iPhone 18 Pro Max incorporates a substantial 5,567mAh battery cell to deliver extended operational longevity. Both Pro variants will be offered in new colourways, including a deep Dark Cherry finish, with expected starting prices hovering around INR 1,14,000 and upwards.
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