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Dark Cherry and More: Every iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra Color Rumor

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and Ultra are expected to launch with four new colors, but the design may not differ much from the iPhone 17 Pro.

By · Published August 24, 2026  21:57 UTC · Updated August 26, 2026  00:27 UTC

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Speculation surrounding the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra centered on potential new colors, with "Dark Cherry" mentioned among the rumors. Coverage included leaked photos of luxury covers and mock cases, as well as discussions on design similarities to the previous model.

Epilogue added 43d ago, after coverage quieted.

Quick answers

What colors are rumored for the iPhone 18 Pro?

The iPhone 18 Pro is rumored to come in four new colors, including Dark Cherry.

Will the iPhone 18 Pro look different from the iPhone 17 Pro?

According to Esquire India, the iPhone 18 Pro may not look significantly different from the iPhone 17 Pro.

What opportunities are emerging for retailers with the iPhone 18 series?

Business Review notes new opportunities for European retailers with the launch of the iPhone 18 series, particularly in the accessories market.

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Archynetys detected this story across 2 language editions of the world's news.

🇬🇧 English Aug 21, 06:24 UTC
🇮🇹 Italian Aug 21, 07:53 UTC · TheAppleLounge

Detected by matching proper nouns and figures that survive translation. Times reflect when each edition's coverage was first indexed.

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⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 9 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 9 distinct news outlets with 11 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 8.
  • Primary Driver: Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and Ultra are expected to launch with four new colors, but the design may not differ much from the iPhone 17 Pro.
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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The most prominent rumor is that the new iPhones will feature four new colors. The color rumors are supported by multiple sources. Forbes and Macworld both mention four new colors for the iPhone 18 Pro.

MacRumors lists the colors as Dark Cherry, and three others not specified. OtterBox has made a claim about the iPhone 18 Pro's design, suggesting that the new model will have an updated case style. However, the design of the iPhone 18 Pro may not differ significantly from the iPhone 17 Pro.

Esquire India suggests a "deja vu experience" based on a leak, indicating that the new model might look similar to its predecessor. The iPhone 18 series is also generating interest in the accessories market. Business Review notes new opportunities for European retailers, while Letem světem Applem and ilounge.com discuss mock cases and leather covers for the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro.

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