Apple plans to keep the same anodized aluminum finish on the iPhone 18 Pro, even as users continue to report chipping and surface wear on the current model, which raises clear concerns about durability heading into the next release cycle.
According to the leaker Fixed Focus Digital, many iPhone 17 Pro users have already raised complaints about surface damage, especially around edges and high-contact areas, but Apple has treated these cases as normal wear instead of a defect, which means users often do not get replacements or repairs under warranty.
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The issue became visible soon after launch, as users noticed scratches appearing on devices within days, especially on darker finishes, while real-world tests showed that most of the aluminum body handles daily use well, but the raised camera area chips more easily due to its exposed edges.
At the same time, some Cosmic Orange units showed color shifting over time, with frames turning slightly pink, and while Apple replaced a few affected devices, the pattern added more pressure on the material choice.
Apple still plans to move forward with this design for the iPhone 18 Pro, which suggests the company values weight, cost, or manufacturing benefits over switching back to titanium.
Expected iPhone 18 Pro colors include:
- Dark Cherry as a deep, muted red tone
- Light Blue with a softer finish
- Dark Gray as a near-black option
- Silver as a neutral classic choice
The iPhone 18 Pro lineup is expected to arrive in September 2026 alongside Apple’s first foldable iPhone, and durability will remain a key issue that users will watch closely after this decision.
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