iPhone 18 Pro New Color Under Test — Rumours Say Only One Finish to Be Kept

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November 12, 2025

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According to recent leaks, Apple is reportedly evaluating three potential colour finishes for the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro — Coffee, Purple and Wine Red/Burgundy — yet insiders suggest only one of them will make it to the final production model. This potentially minimalistic colour strategy could signal Apple’s intention to push a signature premium finish rather than a broad palette, enhancing brand distinctiveness and supply-chain simplicity. For buyers, this means less variety but perhaps a more exclusive look. It also raises questions about whether Apple considers colour a major differentiator in the Pro line, and whether certain finishes will become collector’s items. As with most early rumours, details may change before the official launch.

Apple has rolled out the initial developer version of iOS 26.2, delivering several new features and refinements ahead of a wider public release. Among the headline additions are alarm-style alerts in the Reminders app, enhanced safety notifications, and UI tweaks such as a liquid-glass style clock transparency slider. For developers and power users, the update offers a chance to explore forthcoming capabilities and adjust apps accordingly. From a broader perspective, iOS 26.2 suggests Apple is increasingly focused on subtle productivity features and accessibility enhancements rather than dramatic overhauls. While many users will never delve into developer betas, the build signals the upcoming direction of iOS refinements.

According to reports, Apple is eyeing a more affordable MacBook model for release in 2026, potentially powered by an “A18 Pro” (or similar) chip and costing significantly under the usual premium MacBook pricing. This move could be aimed at competing more directly with low-cost Windows laptops and Chromebooks, broadening the Mac ecosystem’s reach. From a business perspective, it suggests Apple is willing to compromise on certain premium features in order to capture entry-level users. For consumers, it could mean access to Mac performance at a lower price point — though likely with trade-offs in materials, display or ports compared to the high-end models.

With the iOS 26.2 beta, Apple has introduced a meaningful upgrade to its built-in Reminders app: users can now mark a reminder as “Urgent” and receive a full alarm-type notification when it’s due. Rather than a simple banner or notification, the reminder can trigger a sound, offer snooze or mark-complete options, and integrate with the lock screen in new ways. This enhances iPhone users’ ability to manage tasks and deadlines more proactively without needing third-party apps. For those juggling work, personal life and many micro-tasks daily, this feature addresses a long-standing pain-point: reminders that go unnoticed until it’s too late.

In a notable move, iOS 26.2’s beta reveals that Japanese iPhone users will be permitted to install alternative app stores on their devices, not just the default App Store. This comes in response to regulatory pressure from Japan’s competition authority wanting to open the iOS ecosystem. The shift has major implications: more choice for users in how they acquire apps and potential changes in how developers distribute and monetise apps in Japan. It could also presage broader global shifts in Apple’s app-distribution model. For Apple’s business, it may mean recalibration of its service revenue assumptions in certain markets, while for users, it heralds a more open app ecosystem — albeit with new questions around security, quality and consistency.

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