If that happens, the iPhone 18 Pro Max could start at $1,199–$1,299 (approximately ₹1.05 lakh–₹1.14 lakh) instead of the current $1,099 (around ₹96,000) before local taxes and duties. Apple Foldable Could Be the Most Expensive iPhone YetApple's first foldable iPhone is expected to target the ultra-premium segment, with reports suggesting a starting price of more than $2,000 (around ₹1.75 lakh). September 9 Emerges as Likely Launch DateApple is widely expected to hold its annual iPhone launch event in early September, with September 9 emerging as the strongest possibility based on the company's long-standing keynote schedule, reported MacRumours. Expected Pre-Order and Release TimelineFollowing Apple's usual launch cycle, pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and new Apple Watch models are expected to begin on September 11, with retail availability likely starting on September 18. It remains uncertain whether the rumoured foldable iPhone will debut alongside the flagship lineup or launch at a later date.