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iPhone 18 UAE: Pro, Pro Max sell out on strong pre-order demand, retailers say

Apple’s iPhone 18 series has recorded a strong start in the UAE, with retailers confirming that pre-order demand for the Pro and Pro Max models has exceeded expectations, continuing a pattern of premium-model demand seen at previous launches. iPhone 18 Pro launch: Dubai buyers ready to pay up to Dh1, 500 extra to get it first iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max to launch in UAE: Can you buy one without pre-order?

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