Apple has introduced its latest flagship smartphones, including the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and the new foldable iPhone Duo.
Unveiled at Apple’s September 9 event, the new lineup brings improvements across performance, photography, battery life and Apple Intelligence. This year’s launch is particularly notable because the iPhone Duo takes Apple into the foldable smartphone category for the first time.
Pricing and release details for Saudi Arabia have also been announced, giving buyers a clearer idea of how much each model and storage option will cost.
iPhone 18 Pro Price in Saudi Arabia
The iPhone 18 Pro price in Saudi Arabia starts at SAR 5,699 for the 256GB version. The device comes with a 6.3-inch display and is available with storage of up to 2TB.
| Storage | Saudi Arabia Price |
|---|---|
| 256GB | SAR 5,699 |
| 512GB | SAR 6,699 |
| 1TB | SAR 8,699 |
| 2TB | SAR 11,699 |
Customers in Saudi Arabia will be able to pre-order the iPhone 18 Pro from 3:00 p.m. on September 12. General availability is scheduled to begin on September 18.
iPhone 18 Pro Max Price in Saudi Arabia
For buyers looking for a larger display, the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at SAR 6,099 and features a 6.9-inch screen.
Its storage configurations and Saudi prices are:
| Storage | Saudi Arabia Price |
|---|---|
| 256GB | SAR 6,099 |
| 512GB | SAR 7,099 |
| 1TB | SAR 9,099 |
| 2TB | SAR 12,099 |
Pre-orders are scheduled to open in Saudi Arabia at 3:00 p.m. on September 12, followed by general availability from September 18.
iPhone Duo Price in Saudi Arabia
The biggest addition to Apple’s new lineup is the iPhone Duo, its first foldable smartphone.
Pricing starts at SAR 9,499 for the 256GB model, putting the Duo well above the starting prices of both iPhone 18 Pro models.
| Storage | Saudi Arabia Price |
|---|---|
| 256GB | SAR 9,499 |
| 512GB | SAR 10,499 |
| 1TB | SAR 12,499 |
| 2TB | SAR 15,499 |
Saudi buyers will have to wait slightly longer for the foldable model. iPhone Duo pre-orders begin at 3:00 p.m. on October 16, while the device is expected to become available from October 23.
A Closer Look at Apple’s First Foldable iPhone
The iPhone Duo introduces a significantly different form factor compared with Apple’s traditional iPhones.
When folded, users get a 5.4-inch external display in a compact design. Unfolding the phone reveals a much larger 7.6-inch internal display, providing substantially more screen space for apps, content and multitasking.
The internal screen is roughly 50% larger than the display found on the iPhone 18 Pro Max, making the Duo particularly suited to users who want tablet-like screen space without carrying a separate device.
Apple has also focused on durability. The phone uses a titanium frame with internal ceramic-fiber reinforcement, along with Ceramic Shield protection. An IP68 dust and water resistance rating provides additional protection for everyday use.
The iPhone Duo comes in two finishes: Star White and Night Sky.
What’s New With the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max?
Both Pro models are powered by Apple’s latest A20 Pro chip, bringing increased processing capability to the new generation.
Beyond general performance improvements, the additional processing power is designed to support more sophisticated Apple Intelligence features directly on the device.
Cameras are another major area of focus. Apple has introduced upgraded photography capabilities on the Pro lineup, including a variable-aperture camera system designed to provide greater flexibility when capturing different types of photos.
Another new feature is Apple Reference Image technology. It is intended to provide a way to help establish the authenticity of images captured by an iPhone at a time when AI-generated and digitally manipulated pictures are becoming increasingly difficult to identify.
Apple Intelligence and the New Siri Experience
AI plays an increasingly important role in Apple’s latest iPhone generation.
Apple continues to emphasize on-device processing, allowing compatible Apple Intelligence tasks to be handled locally whenever possible rather than automatically sending information to external servers.
Siri is also receiving significant upgrades. The updated assistant is designed to work across a much wider range of apps and perform actions within supported applications, expanding it beyond basic voice commands and queries.
iPhone 18 Pro vs Pro Max vs iPhone Duo Prices
There is a considerable price difference between Apple’s traditional flagship models and its first foldable iPhone.
| Model | Starting Price | Highest Storage Price |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 18 Pro | SAR 5,699 | SAR 11,699 |
| iPhone 18 Pro Max | SAR 6,099 | SAR 12,099 |
| iPhone Duo | SAR 9,499 | SAR 15,499 |
The iPhone 18 Pro is the least expensive of the three, starting at SAR 5,699. Moving to the Pro Max increases the starting price by SAR 400, while buyers interested in Apple’s foldable design will pay considerably more.
At SAR 9,499, the entry-level iPhone Duo costs SAR 3,800 more than the base iPhone 18 Pro. The difference becomes even more noticeable at the top of the lineup, with the 2TB Duo reaching SAR 15,499.
Trade-In and Payment Options in Saudi Arabia
Customers looking to reduce the upfront cost may be able to use Apple’s trade-in program. Eligible devices can receive SAR 120 to SAR 3,600 in trade-in credit, depending on the device and its condition.
Eligible purchases can also be divided into up to 24 payments through Tamara, providing another payment option for customers buying the new models in Saudi Arabia.
Which New iPhone Should You Choose?
The right model largely depends on how much you want to spend and whether the foldable design matters to you.
The iPhone 18 Pro offers the lowest starting price while retaining Apple’s latest Pro hardware and features. The iPhone 18 Pro Max is better suited to buyers who prefer a larger conventional display.
The iPhone Duo is the most distinctive option. Its foldable design and 7.6-inch inner screen offer considerably more display space, but that comes with a substantial price premium.
With prices ranging from SAR 5,699 for the iPhone 18 Pro to SAR 15,499 for the highest-capacity iPhone Duo, Saudi customers now have a much broader range of premium iPhone options to choose from.
