Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro series has started making headlines several months ahead of its expected debut, thanks to early leaks from well-known tipsters. One of the latest news suggests that the top-end iPhone 18 Pro Max may gain additional weight.
iPhone 18 Pro Max could cross 240 grams
A recent Weibo post from Chinese tipster Instant Digital indicates that the iPhone 18 Pro Max may become Apple’s heaviest model to date. The device is said to weigh more than 240 grams, surpassing both the iPhone 14 Pro Max and iPhone 13 Pro Max.
The leak further suggests the new model could be roughly 10 grams heavier than the 233-gram iPhone 17 Pro Max. Alongside the added heft, the upcoming Pro Max may also gain a slightly thicker frame, measuring close to 9mm compared to the current model’s 8.8mm profile.
These changes are believed to stem from internal hardware upgrades. The iPhone 18 Pro series is expected to feature a new under-display Face ID system, reworked camera components, and a battery encased in steel. Such revisions typically influence overall weight, although Apple has not confirmed whether a larger battery is part of the upgrade path.
Another rumor hints that Apple aims to refine the appearance by matching the colour of the aluminium frame and the reinforced glass section on the rear panel, addressing the dual-tone contrast seen on the iPhone 17 Pro models.
Reports suggest Apple may follow a two-phase launch approach for the iPhone 18 family. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to be introduced alongside Apple’s first foldable iPhone in September 2026.
The standard iPhone 18 and entry-level iPhone 18e could arrive in early 2027. Separately, the second-generation iPhone Air, once linked to the same launch window as the 2 2026’s iPhone 18 Pro series, is now rumored to be delayed indefinitely.
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