Five iPhone 18 Pro Features You'll Want To Try The Second You Unbox It
The iPhone 18 Pro introduces a new variable aperture camera system, allowing users to physically adjust the lens blades for better control over lighting and depth of field. Additional updates include a smaller Dynamic Island and faster charging capabilities.
Why it matters
As a major consumer electronics release, these features influence mobile photography standards and consumer expectations for flagship smartphones.
From variable aperture to faster charging, here’s what to test first.
Filipe Espósito for Engadget Add Engadget on Google: Preferred Source Google Discover The iPhone 18 Pro is finally here, and while it might not seem as exciting as the new iPhone Duo , there's plenty to try out once you take it out of the box. This year, Apple is providing even more control in the Camera app. The camera's main lens with a variable aperture opens up new possibilities for photography, as do the new Photographic Styles.
Not only that, but the Dynamic Island is smaller and charging your iPhone is much faster. If you have an iPhone 18 Pro or plan on getting one, check out these highlights first.
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