Apple has officially launched its next-generation premium smartphone lineup that will come out today (July 26th) in India with the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the first-ever foldable smartphone, iPhone Duo. The A20 Pro chipset is now built for high performance, efficiency, and AI capabilities.
While the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will be released in stores next month, Apple fans looking for the company's first foldable smartphone will have to wait till October. The new lineup of iPhones is likely Apple's most ambitious hardware launch in recent years, particularly with the ultra-premium iPhone Duo.
iPhone 18 Pro Price in India and Storage Variants
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at Rs 1,64,900 and is available in four storage configurations:
- 256GB – Rs 1,64,900
- 512GB – Rs 1,89,900
- 1TB – Rs 2,39,900
- 2TB – Rs 3,14,900
Colors and Sale Date
Apple will offer the iPhone 18 Pro in:
- Deep Black
- Glacier
- Silver
- Burgundy
Pre-orders for the smartphone will be available at 5:30 PM on September 12, and sales will start on September 18. A bank discount of up to Rs 7,000 can be extended to customers, making this smartphone slightly cheaper than usual.
Price of iPhone 18 Pro Max in India
The larger iPhone 18 Pro Max is priced at Rs 1,79,900 and has the same colour options and storage.
Storage Variants
- 256GB – Rs 1,79,900
- 512GB – Rs 2,04,900
- 1TB – Rs 2,54,900
- 2TB – Rs 3,29,900
Like the Pro model, pre-orders are open on September 12, and sales start on September 18. Also, customers will receive the same Rs 7,000 bank discount offer.
iPhone Duo: Apple's First Foldable Smartphone
The most significant addition to Apple's 2026 lineup is surely the iPhone Duo, the first foldable smartphone. With a price starting at nearly Rs 3 lakh to compete with the most expensive foldable devices on the market, the iPhone Duo enters the ultra-luxury smartphone segment.
iPhone Duo Price in India
- 256GB – Rs 2,99,900
- 512GB – Rs 3,24,900
- 1TB – Rs 3,74,900
- 2TB – Rs 4,49,900
Colors
The foldable iPhone Duo is available in:
- Night Sky
- Star White
Pre-Order and Sale Date
Apple will begin pre-orders for the iPhone Duo from October 16 at 5:30 PM, and the official sales will begin on October 23. Buyers can also get a bank discount of up to Rs 7,000.
The top-end 2TB version priced at Rs 4,49,900 is one of the most expensive smartphones Apple has ever sold in India.
A20 Pro Chipset to Provide 2nm Technology
All three smartphones are powered by Apple's new A20 Pro processor, with:
- 6-core CPU
- 7-core GPU
- Advanced Neural Engine
- Based on next-generation 2nm fabrication technology
Apple says the chipsets deliver faster performance, improved graphics processing, improved battery efficiency, and on-device AI capabilities. The products are also connected to Apple’s new C2 modem that offers improved connectivity and network efficiency.
Which model should I buy?
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will be available first from September 18 for iPhone owners in order to get the latest iPhone experience without venturing into foldable territory. But those looking for Apple's most innovative smartphone will need to wait until October 23 for the iPhone Duo.
With high pricing, state-of-the-art 2nm technology, and Apple’s first foldable design, the new lineup will appeal to both traditional iPhone users and the audience that wants to see the next generation of smartphone innovation. The iPhone Duo, however, is Apple's first entry into the foldable smartphone market and could well be one of the most talked-about tech releases this year.
