Rumor: iPhone 18 Pro to Come in Three All-New Bold Colors

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While the tech world is still digesting the iPhone 17 lineup, the Apple rumor mill has already spun up for the next generation. According to new leaks, the iPhone 18 Pro, expected in late 2026, could see a significant shake-up in its color palette.

This new rumor, originating from a leaker on Weibo and reported Apple is testing three "all-new bold colors" to replace some of the current offerings.

What Are the Rumored New Colors?

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According to the leak, the three new colors being tested for the iPhone 18 Pro lineup are:

Coffee (or Coffee Brown)
Purple
Wine Red (also translated as Burgundy)

This would mark a notable shift in Apple's color strategy for its Pro-tier phones. Typically, Apple reserves bold, saturated colors for the standard models, while the Pro lineup sticks to more subdued, metallic finishes (like Silver, Black, and a single "hero color" like Natural Titanium).

The rumored "Coffee," "Purple," and "Wine Red" shades suggest a return to the richer, deeper tones seen in previous generations (like the popular Deep Purple of the iPhone 14 Pro), but with a completely new and earthy palette.

A Shift in Pro Strategy?

If this rumor holds true, it would signal an effort to refresh the "Pro" aesthetic. The introduction of three all-new, bold colors could be a move to differentiate the iPhone 18 Pro more significantly from its predecessors or simply reflect a new design language for the 2026 generation.

Take This with a Grain of Salt

As with all rumors this far out, it's essential to remain skeptical. We are still a long way from the expected launch of the iPhone 18 Pro. The information likely comes from very early supply chain sources or design concepts, which can (and often do) change dramatically before the final product enters mass production.

Still, for Apple fans hoping for a more exciting and varied color palette for their next Pro-grade device, this rumor provides an intriguing glimpse of what could come in 2026.

source - macrumors.com, 9to5mac.com