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iPhone 18 Pro: Three new design updates are coming

9to5Mac • Wed, 19 Aug 2026

iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will launch next month , and in addition to packing a variety of new features , there are three design changes reportedly coming. Here’s what rumors say to expect.

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iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will launch next month , and in addition to packing a variety of new features , there are three design changes reportedly coming. Here’s what rumors say to expect.

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iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will launch next month , and in addition to packing a variety of new features , there are three design changes reportedly coming.

Here’s what rumors say to expect.

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This page keeps Apple rumors separate from official updates, so readers can follow early reports without confusing them with confirmed announcements.

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