iPhone 18 Pro officially released, when will it be available in Indonesia?

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Apple officially introduced the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max on 9 September 2026, US time. These two latest models have immediately drawn attention due to several updates, ranging from a 48 MP main camera with variable aperture and a 2-nanometer-based A20 Pro chip to improved battery life.

However, there is one thing potential buyers in Indonesia should note. Although the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max have been officially introduced by Apple and will begin going on sale in various markets in September 202<0xE2><0x80><0x89>6, this does not automatically mean the devices can be purchased officially in Indonesia.

So, is the iPhone 18 available in Indonesia? The answer is not yet. As of 11 September 2026, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are not listed as products available through Apple Indonesia’s official sales channels.

Apple has announced that pre-orders for both models will begin on 12 September 2026, with the first wave of sales starting on 18 September 2026 in several countries and regions. This means that the schedule cannot be used as a direct benchmark for when the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will be available in Indonesia.

Both models feature a 48 MP Fusion main camera with variable aperture technology, which is one of the most exciting updates. This system allows the camera to adjust the lens aperture to adapt to lighting conditions while providing greater control over depth of field.

Apple has also equipped both devices with the A20 Pro chip, which utilises a 2-nanometer architecture. This chip is paired with a new generation vapor chamber cooling system to help maintain performance during heavy usage.

According to reports, the iPhone 18 Pro is priced starting from US$1,199 or approximately Rp21.1 million, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts from US$1,299 or approximately Rp22.9 million in the United States. These prices reflect the US market and cannot yet be used as a benchmark for official Indonesian pricing.

This time, Apple has chosen to introduce the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max first. Based on previous reports, the standard iPhone 18 is expected to be introduced in 2027 alongside several other models. Therefore, the iPhone 18 currently making headlines actually refers primarily to the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.

When can the iPhone 18 Pro be purchased in Indonesia? At present, Apple has not provided an official sale date for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max for the Indonesian market. However, various sources predict this series will arrive in Indonesia in October 2026.

Consequently, potential buyers are advised to wait for an announcement from Apple Indonesia or official distributors before making a purchase.