Overview
- The rumor gained fresh traction Monday as Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station said the Pro model has a high chance of a crimson finish based on Android prototype colors.
- Bloomberg first reported in February that Apple is testing a deep red option for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max and said talk of purple or brown likely refers to shades of the same idea.
- Several Android brands are prototyping similar deep red hues, which outlets note could reflect shared color-forecast research rather than proof of Apple’s final choice.
- Another Weibo leaker, Instant Digital, claims the Pro models may skip black again this year, though none of these color details are confirmed by Apple.
- A red Pro would be a first for Apple and follows the strong sales impact of the iPhone 17 Pro’s Cosmic Orange, with a September unveiling still expected for the 2026 Pro lineup.