Apple’s iPhone Fold is expected to launch in September 2026, with leaks suggesting premium pricing, advanced camera features, and a foldable display. This marks the company’s entry into the growing foldable smartphone segment.
With the foldables' estimated $2,000+ price tag, likely AED 8,000+ locally, this could become the most expensive iPhone launch in UAE history. The September 2026 announcement seems certain, but UAE availability may slip to December, in line with global markets. Pre-orders through du, Etisalat, and Apple Premium Resellers like Jumbo Electronics will likely open immediately after the announcement, though initial allocation may be limited.
Apple is working on display brightness, performance, and camera upgrades for the iPhone 18 Pro series. According to leaks, the iPhone 18 Pro will feature a 6.3-inch OLED display to support a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. The smartphone is expected to run on Apple’s next-generation A20 Pro chipset. iPhone 18 Pro series is expected to integrate 12GB of RAM, with storage options ranging from 256GB to 1TB.
iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to have a 6.9-inch OLED display with the same 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness. The battery size is rumoured to be slightly smaller than the Pro Max model.
iPhone 18 Pro is expected to integrate a 48MP rear camera with improved zoom capabilities. The upcoming model will also feature a 12MP front camera. Pro Max is likely to come up with a similar camera setup.
Both iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will feature a variable aperture lens on the 48-megapixel primary Fusion camera. It would allow the iPhone camera to adjust the amount of light reaching the sensor. Users will have more control over the depth of field and exposure with this advanced setup.
The iPhone 18 Pro model will offer upgraded cellular and networking features. According to the latest leaks, it will support NR-NTN (New Radio Non-Terrestrial Networks), a technology that could let the iPhone connect to low-Earth orbit satellites for internet access in places without regular cellular service. The C2 modem is expected to improve on Apple's first-generation C1 and C1X chips, with possible gains in efficiency and performance in weak network or congested areas.
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is testing a new deep red color for its upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models. The move comes after the success of the orange variant. That popularity appears to have encouraged Apple to experiment with more expressive colors.
There is still some uncertainty about how Apple will position the new shade alongside the existing orange variant. The deep red is expected to be a rich, Burgundy-like hue, reminiscent of fine wine. It could project luxury, confidence, and individuality.
All the information provided above is based on leaks, and these can’t be confirmed until Apple releases an official statement.