iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone Ultra Dummy Units Purportedly Surface

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Dummy units of the iPhone 18 Pro series and a super-sleek new foldable Ultra model have leaked, giving people a good idea of what Apple has in store for the September debut. Case makers received these prototypes based on the final CAD files, thus they are quite similar to the production hardware in terms of shapes, sizes, layout, and so on. Owners of current phones will notice some little but important changes rather than a complete redesign, with one exception that stands out.

Starting with the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, both retain the general look and feel of their predecessors, as well as the elegant titanium frames and flat edges. The Pro version is slightly larger in two dimensions, 0.36 mm taller and 0.39 mm broader than the iPhone 17 Pro, but the thickness remains same. Old cases will still fit nicely, however rubber ones may feel a little loose. The Pro Max follows a similar path, but adds extra bulk where it counts most. The camera area is now 11.54 mm thick, up from 11.23 mm on the previous Max, and the total thickness including those lenses is 13.77 mm, compared to 12.92 mm previously. That extra stuff adds 7 grams to the weight, bringing it to 240 grams, and users who use their phones for extended periods of time will notice the difference in their hands.

Every single extra millimeter is driven by camera hardware. The rear lenses on the Pro models are noticeably larger than those on the iPhone 17 series, all lined up in the same old square configuration but raised somewhat to accommodate the larger glass pieces. The camera island on the Pro Max appears to be a little more hefty from the side, but this is a purposeful choice to give us a sneak peak at better optics without affecting the phone’s overall design. Buttons and ports are where you’d expect them to be, and the front display notch has dropped in width, allowing for more screen real estate. These dummy models show no substantial changes in materials or colors, so we get the same polished titanium look and glass back.

All eyes are now on the iPhone Ultra mockup, which is Apple’s first attempt at a foldable phone, with a book-style design that folds up like a small little notebook. When closed, it is only 11 mm thick, which is quite slim and feels solid in the hand. The outer screen is about 5.5 inches, which isn’t bad for something that’s supposed to be incredibly portable, and the interior display is 7.8 inches with an aspect ratio similar to a tiny tablet. When folded up, it’s a slim 71 mm tall, with a width roughly equal to an iPhone 17 Pro Max turned on its side, which is really cool given the new hinge.

Material choices are consistent with the Pro series, with polished titanium on the frame, while the Ultra takes a different approach. The typical unibody construction has been abandoned in favor of the fold. A raised part on the back panel holds the two rear cameras, which are perfectly arranged to keep the design from feeling cluttered or unbalanced. On the right side, you’ll find a power button that also serves as a Touch ID sensor for secure, one-touch unlocking, as well as a dedicated camera button that has been intelligently placed so that you can easily access it with one hand. The volume controls are located at the top edge, same as they are on smaller tablets. Wireless charging is still a possibility, but you must purchase a case that supports it because there isn’t enough space inside for the standard built-in magnets.
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