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Apple Launches iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max

Apple launched the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max on September 18, 2026, featuring the A20 Pro chip and a variable aperture camera. The Pro starts at $1,199 and the Pro Max at $1,299, a $100 increase over last year.

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