Apple iPhone 18 Pro Starts at S$1,899 in Singapore on September 18

Apple launched the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max on September 9, introducing a variable-aperture camera and the new A20 Pro chip. The Pro model starts at S$1,899 in Singapore, while the Pro Max begins at S$2,099. Pre-orders open September 12 at 8PM SGT, with devices available from September 18. The flagship phones mark Apple’s first 2nm processor and include a new cooling system and expanded AI features through iOS 27.

Variable aperture camera is the headline upgrade

The iPhone 18 Pro features a 48MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture, the first time Apple has added aperture control to an iPhone. Six laser-cut blades adjust automatically between different apertures to improve low-light images and retain detail in group photos. Professional users can manually select from four aperture settings in the Camera app. Video recording now supports Cinematic effects applied after capture at up to 60 frames per second, and Time-lapse mode records in 4K Dolby Vision HDR.

A20 Pro chip delivers 40% faster graphics

Apple’s first 2nm processor powers both Pro models. The A20 Pro includes a 6-core CPU with two desktop-class super cores that are up to 20% faster, plus a GPU with seven cores offering 40% faster graphics performance versus the A19 Pro. Two dedicated neural engines handle AI workloads with 50% more memory bandwidth. A new vapor chamber with three times the surface area of the iPhone 17 Pro enables up to 40% more sustained performance.

Battery life and charging speed improve significantly

The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max deliver longer battery life through improved silicon efficiency and a new battery design. Wired charging reaches 50% capacity in just 15 minutes on the Pro model. A new thermal management system with custom-designed vapor chamber, copper layer, and thermally conductive graphite keeps the devices cool during intensive tasks.

Price increase of S$100 reflects component costs

The iPhone 18 Pro costs S$1,899 and the Pro Max S$2,099, representing a S$100 increase over last year’s models. Apple raised prices on Macs and iPads over the summer as memory and storage costs have soared. The phones come in black, silver, glacier, and a new burgundy finish. Pre-orders in Singapore open September 12 at 8PM SGT with availability beginning September 18.

Final Thoughts

The iPhone 18 Pro brings real hardware upgrades in camera control and processor speed, but at a higher price. With AAPL trading at S$315.34 and Meyka grading it a B, the stock reflects solid fundamentals but elevated valuation at a PE of 36.12.

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