Rhinoshield has introduced its Impact Bumper Case designed specifically for the iPhone 18 Pro, featuring a slim profile with reinforced supports to protect the camera lenses and prevent wobbling on flat surfaces. The case is made from a single piece of hard plastic and is available in three colors matching the iPhone's palette. Some users may find the fit slightly loose and the buttons difficult to press, but overall, it offers a lightweight protective option for minimalists.
9to5Mac editors compiled a roundup of items they personally added to their carts during Amazon's fall Prime Day event, which is in its final hours. Picks span Apple products like AirPods Pro 3, Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse, along with items like a Bambu Lab 3D printer, Samsung monitor, Logitech mouse, and LEGO sets.
Amazon's fall 2026 Prime Day sale includes discounts on official Apple accessories such as AirPods Pro 3 for $179 (down from $249), AirPods Max 2 for $429, and the first-ever discount on the new 2026 Apple Magic Keyboard. Other deals include iPhone 18 Pro cases, Magic Mouse, AirTag 2 starting at $22.50, and MagSafe battery packs, alongside third-party charging gear from Anker, Belkin, Satechi, and Logitech.
A rare cruise liner passing through Tower Bridge provided an unexpected opportunity to test the night video capabilities of the iPhone 18 Pro. The device's wider aperture and enhanced processing resulted in noticeably better low-light video quality compared to previous models. This showcases Apple's ongoing efforts to close the gap between still and video night photography in smartphones.
The fall Prime Day sale features significant price reductions on Apple products, including AirPods Pro 3 at $179 and AirPods Max 2 at $429. The new M6 Mac mini lineup is available at up to $150 off, alongside deals on Mac Studio, MacBook Air, and the latest Apple Watch models, with some prices reaching all-time lows. Additional discounts extend to accessories like cases, keyboards, and power banks, as well as new product releases such as the iPhone 18 Pro cases and Magic Keyboard.
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro features a main camera with a wider aperture of f/1.48, compared to the previous model's f/1.78, aiming to enhance background blur in photos. Tests comparing images taken at both apertures under controlled conditions showed only minor differences in depth of field. The study focused on optical effects, excluding computational Portrait mode enhancements.
Leaker Ice Universe claims the Galaxy S27 Ultra will launch in four colors: Black, Blue, Light Pink, and White. The report suggests Light Pink may replace the Deep Purple option offered on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, though exact shades and finishes were not specified.
Apple confirmed to 9to5Mac that a small number of iPhone 18 Pro Max units on AT&T have lost cellular service entirely, leaving affected users unable to make calls. The company released iOS 27.0.1 and a carrier settings update to prevent further occurrences, but says customers already affected will need a hardware replacement through Apple or AT&T support.
Android Authority's Aamir Siddiqui argues that for the price of Apple's base 256GB iPhone 18 Pro Max, buyers have strong Android alternatives. His picks include the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL, Motorola Razr Ultra (2026), Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip 8. A reader poll accompanying the piece shows the Galaxy S26 Ultra as the most popular alternative at 42% of votes.
In an Android Authority reader poll of nearly 2,300 votes, 61.5% chose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra as the preferred alternative to Apple's iPhone 18 Pro, beating out the Google Pixel 11 Pro, Motorola Razr Ultra (2026), and other Android flagships by a wide margin. The Galaxy S26 Ultra costs about $100 more than the iPhone 18 Pro but includes features like a Privacy Display, an additional camera, and Samsung's Galaxy AI tools.
The iPhone 18 Pro's 48-megapixel main camera reportedly includes a variable aperture with six physical blades, offering four settings: f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8 and f/4. Users can adjust aperture through a six-dot control in the Camera app, though it only applies to the main lens in 1x and 2x modes, while other lenses keep a fixed aperture.
Apple confirmed a small number of iPhone 18 Pro Max users on AT&T have lost cellular service entirely, unable to call, text or use mobile data. The company has pushed a carrier settings update and iOS 27.0.1 to prevent further cases, but affected users must get a device replacement from Apple or AT&T to restore service.
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