iPhone 18 Pro May Reuse iPhone 17 Pro Aluminum, Risking Color Fading and Fragility
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Updated · PhoneArena · Jun 12
iPhone 18 Pro May Reuse iPhone 17 Pro Aluminum, Risking Color Fading and Fragility
3 articles · Updated · PhoneArena · Jun 12
Summary
A new report says the iPhone 18 Pro could keep the same aluminum chassis used on the iPhone 17 Pro, raising the risk that last year’s fading and denting issues persist.
The concern stems from iPhone 17 Pro cases in which finishes—especially the Cosmic Orange color—reportedly shifted or faded after launch, while the softer aluminum body also scratched and dented from minor drops.
The same material choice would still offer better heat dissipation than earlier titanium Pro models, but it could leave Apple balancing thermal performance against durability and finish quality.
Earlier rumors said Apple was developing a new aluminum refining process for the iPhone 18 Pro to improve strength, corrosion resistance and surface finish, suggesting the company may be trying to address those weaknesses.