We may still be months away from Apple's usual September event, but the iPhone 18 Pro rumor mill is already in high gear. So far, we've heard talk about camera upgrades, new chip, even prices, and we've seen plenty of leaks giving us an idea of what to expect from the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max design.
Apple changed things up for the Pro-branded iPhones color palette with last year's Cosmic Orange, and according to rumors, this year, the signature color may be an eye-catching Dark Cherry option.
Alongside the Dark Cherry, we may get three additional colors you would be able to choose from for your next iPhone. Here's what the rumors are saying thus far about the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max colors.
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max colors: what the rumors are saying
Dummy units of the iPhone 18 Pro showing the four potential colors: Light Blue, Dark Gray, Silver, Dark Cherry. | Image by Sonny Dickson
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max rumored colors:
Dark Cherry
Light Blue
Dark Gray
Silver
Some rumors dispute the silver color option, claiming it won't be a part of the color palette.
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in Dark Cherry
Render of the iPhone 18 Pro in the rumored Dark Cherry color. | Image by Mac Daily News
The Dark Cherry color option is rumored to be the signature color this time around. It may be a deep, wine-like color that may look actually spectacular on the iPhone 18 Pro.;
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Judging by leaked renders, the frame, the camera plateau, and the back would all be almost in the same shade, with the dual-tone design from the iPhone 17 series less visible.
The Dark Cherry option seems not to be as bright and attention-grabbing as Cosmic Orange, but the deep wine red will bring a level of sophistication along with color. This option may be the option I go for if the leaks are accurate.
The dummy unit version of it seems a little brighter than the Mac Daily News render shown above. It is currently unclear which version is more accurate, but on the dummy mockup version, we see a more distinguishable two-tone design:
Dummy units of the iPhone 18 Pro. | Image by Sonny Dickson
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in Light Blue
Light Blue appears to be like a throwback to the old iPhone 13 Pro Max in Sierra Blue. At least, the color looks similar on renders, a fraction more saturated than what we had in 2021.
iPhone 13 Pro in Sierra Blue for reference. | Image by PhoneArena
We will likely have the same frame and camera plateau for cohesiveness. If the color ends up looking anything like the renders, it may be another popular choice as it's vivid, interesting, and fresh.
Dummy units showing the four iPhone 18 Pro colors from the side. | Image by Sonny Dickson
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in Dark Gray
The dark gray color option looks almost like black on the leaked renders, as well as on the dummy units we've seen. This color is traditional and classic and would be suitable for people who are looking for a more business-like vibe for their new iPhone.
iPhone 16 Pro in Dark Titanium was the most recent instance of a very dark gray color option. | Image by Apple
The dark looks seamless, clean, and minimalistic. If you're the type of person who loves your tech black and moody, or if you don't really want something too eye-catching, that may be the color to go for.
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in Silver
Reported real-life photo of the camera plateau elements on the iPhone 18 Pro in all four rumored colors. | Image by IceUniverse
Reportedly, there's also a silver color coming to the two Pro-branded iPhone 18 models. Some rumors claim this color may get ditched, and it may not be completely decided on.
iPhone 17 Pro in Silver for reference. | Image by Imae by PhoneArena
If the silver comes this year, you can expect a familiar vibe, as some form of Starlight or Silver has been present for iPhone lineups since what looks like forever.
Which is your favorite iPhone 18 Pro color?
iPhone 18 Pro expected colors: sophisticated, moody, and very Pro
We look at our phones multiple times a day every day, so the color should be something that truly matches our style. Industry leaks might hit the mark perfectly, or Cupertino could have a last-minute surprise up its sleeve. Either way, the Pro lineup is clearly heading in a very classy direction.
Apple seems to be shifting away from the eye-catching, daring vibe of Cosmic Orange toward a more premium, high-end feel. Packed alongside the new look, a dark option will remain available if you prefer to avoid a highly distinguished color on your device.
My take is simple: I'm in love with the Dark Cherry iPhone. It may just be a major crowd-pleaser this year. Of course, beauty remains in the eye of the beholder. Which rumored iPhone 18 Pro color are you leaning toward?
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Iskra Petrova is a news writer at PhoneArena, where she covers mobile tech news and maintains the site’s device hubs with the latest leaked specs, rumors, and official details for upcoming phones. She joined PhoneArena in 2020 after three years in technical support for Microsoft Exchange, giving her practical experience with software infrastructure and troubleshooting. Iskra holds a Master’s Degree in Literature, which helps her translate complex tech details into clear, reader-friendly coverage. She is a daily Apple ecosystem user, while also closely following Sony Xperia’s camera-focused phones and Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip series.
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