New Delhi. Apple kicked off sales of its brand‑new iPhone 18 Pro lineup on 18 September, offering two variants – the iPhone 18 Pro and the larger iPhone 18 Pro Max. Shoppers can tap into a bundle of incentives, ranging from bank‑card cashbacks and trade‑in credits to a six‑month interest‑free EMI scheme.

Pricing tiers and storage options

The entry‑level 256 GB iPhone 18 Pro is priced at roughly ₹1,64,900, while the flagship 2 TB model commands about ₹3,14,900. For the Pro Max, the 256 GB version starts near ₹1,79,900 and the 2 TB edition is listed at around ₹3,29,900.

Cashback and trade‑in benefits

  • Buy with select bank cards and enjoy an instant cashback of up to ₹7,000.
  • Swap an older smartphone for an exchange credit that can range from ₹21,000 to ₹81,500, depending on model and condition.

Zero‑cost EMI option

Customers preferring staggered payments can opt for a six‑month no‑interest EMI. Approximate monthly instalments start at ₹26,316 for the base iPhone 18 Pro.

Display and chipset

The iPhone 18 Pro sports a 6.3‑inch display, while the Pro Max steps up to a 6.9‑inch LTPO OLED panel. Both screens promise a 120 Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of up to 3,000 nits. Under the hood sits the A20 Pro processor built on a 2 nm architecture, running iOS 27.

Camera overhaul

Each model is equipped with a triple‑camera system featuring a 48 MP main sensor, a 48 MP 4× periscope telephoto lens, and a 48 MP ultra‑wide shooter**, all complemented by a LiDAR depth sensor.

iPhone Duo – Apple’s first foldable

Apple also unveiled the iPhone Duo, its maiden foldable handset. Sales are slated to begin on 23 September, with a starting price near ₹2.99 lakh and a top‑end configuration projected at roughly ₹4.5 lakh.

How to place an order and claim trade‑in value

Visit Apple’s official website, pick your desired model, storage capacity, and colour, then enter the IMEI of your current device in the trade‑in section to see the estimated credit.

During checkout, eligible bank‑card users will automatically see applicable discounts or cashback. Delivery windows vary by configuration and PIN code; some variants may not arrive until October.

After confirming the purchase, you can track the exact shipment date and other details through the “Order Status” page on Apple’s site.