iPhone 18 Pro Colors Leak: Deep Red Is Coming, Black Is Not
Bloomberg's Gurman confirms Apple is testing a deep red finish for iPhone 18 Pro — burgundy-like shade, no black for a second year, September launch expected.
www.gizchina.comHere’s the latest on iPhone 18 Pro colors based on recent leaks and coverage.
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Summary of rumors: Apple is reportedly exploring bold new finishes for the iPhone 18 Pro line, with several outlets noting a shift away from traditional black/space gray toward deeper reds and other saturated tones. Some reports mention a deep red or burgundy option, while others point to multiple proposed finishes like burgundy, brown, purple, or blue, though not all color ideas may make the final cut. Expect one primary bold color finish to stand out, with traditional colors like silver or blue possibly continuing in some form, but black may be dropped in favor of bolder hues in these leaks. These rumors have varied reliability across sources, and Apple’s official announcements typically arrive close to launch.[3][4][5][8][9]
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Notable sources and signals:
- Bloomberg/industry insiders have cited testing a “deep red” finish as a strong candidate for the Pro line, suggesting a move toward red tones as part of a color strategy that emphasizes bold finishes.[9]
- Other outlets have floated options like burgundy, brown, purple, and blue, but caution that not all colors may launch and that the company could settle on a single new hue.[2][4][5]
- Some coverage emphasizes that Apple may continue a trend of bold color choices, following the iPhone 17 Pro’s Cosmic Orange, but final color availability will be confirmed by Apple at launch.[5][8]
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Launch timing and context:
- Expect official color confirmation and availability details around the anticipated September launch window, with color selections often announced alongside other hardware and software updates. Leaks at this stage are speculative and can change before launch.[4][3]
If you’d like, I can monitor for updates as Apple officially announces colors and summarize which finishes are confirmed, along with any regional differences or pricing implications. I can also pull side-by-side comparisons of rumored colors as they solidify.