Last year’s iPhone 17 Pro lineup surprised many with its vibrant new cosmic orange color, marking the retirement of the classic black finish. This departure ended a 17-year tradition of black or dark neutral color options for iPhones. The introduction of colorful finishes began with the iPhone 7 in 2017 and gained momentum with the iPhone XR in 2018. Apple continued this trend with each new release, offering unique finishes for the Pro models.
With the iPhone 17 Pro, Apple deviated from the norm by not including a black option. Instead, it offered deep blue, cosmic orange, and basic silver. The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to follow suit, possibly due to the challenges in achieving a darker black finish with the current aluminum unibody design.
Rumors suggest that Apple may have canceled the black version of the iPhone 18 Pro due to complications in the anodization process. While the specific reasons remain unknown, speculation points to the material composition affecting the color options. Despite these uncertainties, leaks from reliable sources hint at potential new shades such as purple, burgundy, and coffee for the upcoming models.
While these color speculations should be taken with caution, past predictions from reputable sources like Instant Digital and Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman have often proven accurate. Apple’s color choices for its iPhones continue to generate interest and anticipation among tech enthusiasts, adding an element of surprise to each new release.
[The information provided in this article has NOT been confirmed by Apple and may be speculation. Provided details may not be factual. Take all rumors, tech or otherwise, with a grain of salt.]
