Apple Opens Preorders for iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max

Apple has begun accepting preorders for its new flagship smartphones, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, in major global markets. The preorder window opened on September 12, 2026, with the first retail availability scheduled for September 18, 2026. Customers in the United States, United Kingdom, India, United Arab Emirates, Canada, and Australia can place orders through Apple's official online stores, the Apple Store app, authorized retailers, and participating carriers. The timing of the preorder launch varied by country and time zone. In India, the window opened at 5:30 PM IST on September 12. In the UAE, it began at 4 PM GST, and in Australia at 10 PM AEST on the same day. Pricing for the base storage configuration starts at $1,199 for the iPhone 18 Pro and $1,299 for the iPhone 18 Pro Max in the United States. In India, the starting prices are ₹1,64,900 for the Pro model and ₹1,79,900 for the Pro Max. Buyers can select their preferred model, storage capacity, and color before completing their purchase.