iPhone 18 Pro Max debuts with variable aperture camera, strong hardware leap
Apple has launched the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, featuring a new variable aperture camera and high-end hardware upgrades. The release precedes the upcoming launch of the foldable iPhone Duo and marks the lead-up to the iPhone's 20th anniversary in 2027.
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