Apple’s September event is behind us, and the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are ready to hit the shelves. Carriers are already starting to reveal their preorder deals, and while you can’t place an order until Sept. 12, it’s worth getting a head start on where you can save before then.
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While preorders aren’t open yet, Apple has already given us a clearer picture of how to save on the iPhone 18 lineup. The biggest savings come…
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Xfinity Mobile Plus customers are sitting on a particularly good deal right now. New or existing customers can trade in an eligible device and…
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We haven’t found any unlocked models listed on Best Buy yet but you can activate the phone through AT&T or Verizon. And if you have an older d…
As expected, the phones come with a hefty price tag, but there are solid ways to bring that number down with trade-ins, carrier-switching offers, and retailer promos. We’ll be tracking everything closely. Just keep checking back for all the latest offers as they drop. The new phones will be available to preorder on Sept. 12 and launch on Sept. 18.
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max preorder deals
While preorders aren’t open yet, Apple has already given us a clearer picture of how to save on the iPhone 18 lineup. The biggest savings come from activating through AT&T or T-Mobile via Apple with an eligible trade-in on an eligible plan. This could save you up to $1,200. The latest iPhones net the most trade-in value and it’s enough to potentially make the base iPhone 18 Pro free and drop the 18 Pro Max to $99.
Similar offers are expected to crop up directly from AT&T and T-Mobile as well, potentially with additional perks. If you choose not to activate through a carrier, Apple’s own trade-in program can get you up to $885 off your purchase. You can also take advantage of Apple’s new leasing program, which gets you the 18 Pro for $35 a month over 24 months and the 18 Pro Max for $38 a month.
Save up to $1,200 with trade-in
Xfinity Mobile Plus customers are sitting on a particularly good deal right now. New or existing customers can trade in an eligible device and get the iPhone 18 Pro Max for free, or put the $1,300 trade-in credits toward any new iPhone in the lineup instead. If you don’t have a trade-in, you can still get $400 off the latest models.
Save up to $1,300 with trade-in
We haven’t found any unlocked models listed on Best Buy yet but you can activate the phone through AT&T or Verizon. And if you have an older device to put towards your purchase, you can shave a bit off the starting price with Best Buy’s trade-in program.
When will the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max be released?
Preorders will be available starting Sept. 12, and the phones are set to launch on Sept. 18.
How much does the iPhone 18 Pro series cost?
Apple’s latest flagship is available starting at $1,199 for the 18 Pro and $1,299 for the 18 Pro Max. That’s a $100 increase over the previous-gen models.
What colors are available on the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max?
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max come in black, silver, glacier and burgundy.
Should I get the iPhone Duo or the iPhone 18 Pro?
This is subjective, but you should consider whether you want the convenience of an iPhone-iPad hybrid or prefer a focus on portability. Also, keep your budget in mind as you compare the pros and cons of each model.
Best iPhone 18 Pro preorder deals
We’ve already found preorder deals at Apple, Best Buy and Xfinity. But as the preorder date approaches, we also anticipate that deals will be available at T-Mobile, Walmart, Amazon, Verizon and AT&T.
Aashna Gheewalla
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Aashna Gheewalla is an Associate Writer at CNET. She previously worked as a Deals Writer at Wirecutter and a Health Advocacy Writer at GoodRx. She spends her free time teaching and practicing Pilates and trying out different restaurants.
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