The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are almost here. Announced at Apple's September 2026 event alongside the iPhone Duo and other new gear, these upgrades feature the faster A20 Pro processor and improved camera systems. The 6.3-inch Pro starts at £1,199 for 256GB and goes up to £2,399 for 2TB, while the 6.9-inch Pro Max starts at £1,299 for 256GB and costs £2,499 for 2TB. Both models come in deep black, silver, glacier, and burgundy.
Preorders are officially open, with the phones due for release on Friday, September 18th. For those wary of paying the full price, Apple offers financing options (36 monthly payments with zero percent APR) and the Apple Upgrade program, allowing you to trade in your existing phone for up to £885 credit. Carriers like Best Buy and Walmart have carrier-locked versions listed, but only Apple lets you preorder an unlocked version.
Carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon are offering discounts. AT&T will cover the cost of the Pro if you trade in an iPhone 14 or newer and sign up for the AT&T Extra plan. T-Mobile offers the Pro for free via bill credits when you transfer your number or trade in a qualifying phone. Verizon’s Simplicity Pro plan includes a free Pro, with the option to upgrade after a year, paid off via monthly bill credits.
