Updated: 09.11.2026
iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max were announced in the Apple Türkiye Newsroom press release on September 9, 2026 and went on sale in Türkiye on September 18, 2026. The standard iPhone 18 is not out yet; Apple has not announced an official date for the standard model. Allegedly, the standard iPhone 18 may arrive with the iPhone 18e and iPhone Air 2 in the spring of 2027, especially in March or April.
Why Was the Standard iPhone 18 Delayed?
Apple divided the 2026 iPhone calendar into two phases. In the fall, iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone Duo stood out; The standard iPhone 18 was not included in this promotion.
According to Juli Clover's guide in MacRumors dated October 6, 2026, Apple has released the standard iPhone 18 model to spring 2027, and the iPhone 18e and iPhone Air 2 models are expected to arrive in the same period. It is not yet clear whether Apple will continue this split calendar in the following years.
Actually, this picture did not come as a surprise. In SDN's old news dated May 5, 2026, the Fixed Focus Digital leak on Weibo claimed that the standard iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e models would share many common parts and that the standard model could be delayed. Ming-Chi Kuo and Nikkei reports also pointed out that the launch could be divided into two; The introduction of the Pro models alone in September 2026 largely confirmed this calendar.
Which iPhone 18 Models Are Released?
According to the Apple Türkiye Newsroom press release, iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max were opened for pre-order on Saturday, September 12 at 15.00 in more than 65 countries, including Türkiye. Türkiye sales started on Friday, September 18.
The iPhone 18 Pro series includes the A20 Pro chip, 2 nanometer manufacturing process, new 48 MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture, smaller Dynamic Island, C2 cellular modem and iOS 27. Apple announced up to 34 hours of video playback time for the iPhone 18 Pro and up to 43 hours for the iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Storage options were listed as 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB and 2 TB. The colors were announced as black, silver, glacier color and burgundy. The starting price in Türkiye was 137,999 TL for iPhone 18 Pro and 149,999 TL for iPhone 18 Pro Max; We collected the details in our iPhone 18 Pro Türkiye price news.
Apple's foldable iPhone model, iPhone Duo, also stands out in the 2026 calendar. According to Apple Türkiye iPhone Duo page, the device has a 7.6-inch folding inner screen, 5.4-inch outer screen and A20 Pro chip; The model went on sale in Türkiye starting from October 23, 2026. You can find details about the model with a starting price of 229.999 TL in our iPhone Duo Türkiye price news.
What to Expect from the Standard iPhone 18?
There is no Apple-verified spec list for the standard iPhone 18. Therefore, the information below constitutes a claim and a leak.
In the iPhone 18 feature and price increase claim news published on SDN on November 3, 2026, it was stated that the standard iPhone 18 could be introduced in the first half of 2027, based on the leak source DCS. In the same claim, it was stated that the target period was March or April 2027, but Apple did not confirm this date.
According to the leak, the standard iPhone 18 model may include a 6.3-inch OLED screen, 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, Dynamic Island, 2 nanometer A20 chip, Face ID, dual 48 MP rear cameras and a larger battery. The same source also points to the possibility of a raise, but does not give any figures.
A 6.12-inch OLED screen, 60Hz refresh rate, single 48 MP rear camera, 24 MP front camera and A20 chip are claimed for the iPhone 18e. On the iPhone Air 2 side, 6.55 inch 1.5K 120Hz OLED screen, dual 48 MP camera, larger battery, 5.2 mm thickness, A20 Pro, N2 and C2 components are discussed.
Unverified x-ray images, reported by Notebookcheck and included in ShiftDelete.Net's English publication on November 8, 2026, showed that the standard iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e models may share similar internal layout, and the notes included 4,430 mAh battery information. Apple has not verified these images; images may not be real.
What is the Price of iPhone 18 in Türkiye?
Standard iPhone 18 Türkiye price is not official yet. Apple Türkiye has not announced the price, pre-order date or sales date for the standard iPhone 18 as of November 9, 2026.
Therefore, it would not be correct to write an estimated price of TL for the standard iPhone 18. For reference, the starting price of iPhone 17 was listed as 99,999 TL and the starting price of iPhone 17e was listed as 72,999 TL on November 9, 2026 in the Apple Türkiye online store.
This table does not confirm the price of the standard iPhone 18, but it allows to see the current product range when evaluating the price range that may occur in Türkiye in the spring of 2027. For those considering purchasing abroad, IMEI fee and registration cost may also change the decision; For an updated account, you can check our guide for bringing an iPhone from abroad.
Should You Buy Now or Wait?
SDN's opinion is clear: For the user who wants to get the most powerful iPhone experience today, iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max do not require waiting. The A20 Pro, new camera system, C2 modem and long battery life offer tangible upgrades, especially for those who upgrade to the Pro series.
The table is more balanced for the user who wants the standard model. iPhone 17 is still sold in the Apple Türkiye store, and since the official date and price of the standard iPhone 18 have not been announced, making a hasty decision may be risky.
If you are buying the phone due to urgent need, the current iPhone 17 or Pro models are safer options. If your device works smoothly and you are considering one of the standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18e or iPhone Air 2 models, it may make more sense to wait until spring 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will iPhone 18 be released?
iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max went on sale in Türkiye on September 18, 2026. Apple has not announced an official date for the standard iPhone 18; The claims point to the spring of 2027, specifically the period of March or April.
Is the standard iPhone 18 released?
No. As of November 9, 2026, the standard iPhone 18 is not on sale and is not listed in the Apple Türkiye store.
Is the iPhone 18 price known?
The standard iPhone 18 price is unknown. Apple Türkiye did not announce the official price for the standard model. The current iPhone 17 starting price is listed as 99,999 TL as of November 9, 2026.
When will iPhone 18e arrive?
There is no official date for iPhone 18e. According to claims reported in MacRumors and SDN, the iPhone 18e could be introduced in the spring of 2027 with the standard iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2.
Is the iPhone Air 2 official?
No. There is no official announcement made by Apple for iPhone Air 2. Information such as the second camera, larger battery and 5.2 mm thickness are at the claim level for now.
iPhone 18 Series Status Chart
ModelStatusTurkey starting priceiPhone 18 ProOn sale on September 18, 2026137,999TLLiPhone 18 Pro MaxOn sale on September 18, 2026149,999TLLiPhone DuoOn sale from October 23, 2026229,999TLStandard iPhone 18No official date, spring 2027 claim being announcedUnannouncediPhone 18eNo official date, claimed spring 2027UndisclosediPhone Air 2No official announcementUndisclosed
