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iPhone 18 Pro Max: Price Hike & Delayed Standard Model
2 Sep
Summary
- iPhone 18 Pro Max India price expected between Rs 1,54,900 - Rs 1,59,900.
- Pre-orders expected September 12, 2026; retail availability September 18, 2026.
- Standard iPhone 18 models delayed until spring 2027 due to shortages.
Apple is gearing up for its September 9, 2026 event, where the iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone 18 Pro are expected to be unveiled. Indian consumers may anticipate pre-orders opening on September 12, 2026, with the devices becoming available in stores by September 18 or 19, 2026. This timeline mirrors last year's launch, positioning India among the initial release markets.
Significant price increases are projected for the iPhone 18 Pro Max in India, with estimates placing the base model between Rs 1,54,900 and Rs 1,59,900. This anticipated rise is attributed to prevailing component costs, including a global memory chip shortage.
Furthermore, Apple is expected to forgo the release of the standard iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e models this September. These devices are now slated for a separate launch window in spring 2027, a decision reportedly driven by ongoing component shortages and production constraints. This means early demand will focus exclusively on the Pro variants.
