Main points
- The iPhone 18 Pro may not come in black, but instead Apple is experimenting with rich red and other traditional shades.
- The foldable iPhone, according to preliminary data, will be presented in space gray or black and silver or white colors to emphasize the premiumness.
What colors will the iPhone 18 Pro have / Unsplash
Apple's smartphone color changes are often a hot topic of discussion, as the color of the case is one of the most noticeable elements of each generation. Recent reports indicate that the iPhone 18 Pro may not have one of the most popular colors. But in fact, this is not the first time.
What colors will the iPhone 18 Pro come in?
The iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max models offered users three options: silver, space orange, and deep blue. This was a historic moment, as it was the first time the premium line did not receive black or dark gray, which had been considered the series' calling card for decades, writes MacRumors.
For those who were hoping for the return of the classic in the next generation, the news is disappointing. Insider Instant Digital, known for its accurate predictions on the Chinese social network Weibo, claims that Apple has no plans to return the black version for the iPhone 18 Pro.
Instead of returning to time-tested solutions, the Cupertino-based tech giant continues to search for new visual accents. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman confirms these assumptions, noting that the company is currently actively experimenting with a rich red for future flagships. In addition to red, several more traditional shades are in development, but black is again absent from them.
Interestingly, earlier rumors circulated online about the possible appearance of purple and brown colors for the Pro series. However, Gurman is inclined to believe that these options are not separate colors, but just different versions of the same concept of deep red. Such a strategy could mean that Apple is trying to find a new signature color that would be as recognizable as the classic black, but at the same time would look more modern and exclusive.
The foldable iPhone plays for both
Unlike the Pro line, Apple's first foldable smartphone is expected to have a more subdued design. The company plans to avoid too bright or experimental colors for this innovative device. Instead, the developers are going to focus on proven options: space gray or black and silver or white.
This decision seems logical, as a foldable smartphone is a complex technological product in itself, and Apple probably wants to emphasize its premiumness and reliability through a classic color scheme.
Can you believe the rumors?
Trust in such leaks is based on the successful experience of the Instant Digital insider, who has repeatedly demonstrated his knowledge of the company's plans.
- For example, it was he who announced in advance the release of the iPhone 14 in yellow in the spring of 2023.
- He also accurately described the introduction of frosted glass for the back panel in the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus models even before their official release.
This accuracy of predictions makes his data on the iPhone 18 Pro very significant for market analysts and consumers.
When will the iPhone 18 Pro be released?
- Traditionally, the new iPhone 18 Pro should be presented to the general public in September.
- A folding model may appear somewhat later, although the exact timeframe for its release remains a matter of debate.
The absence of black in the main line can be a serious challenge for marketing, as this color has always been in the greatest demand among business users and minimalists.
However, the success of previous bright models shows that the audience is ready for change, if it is accompanied by high-quality workmanship and new technological capabilities. The deep red shade has every chance of becoming a new symbol of premiumness in the Apple ecosystem.