Engadget's Filipe Espósito highlights the iPhone 18 Pro's variable-aperture main camera as the first on an iPhone. The 48-megapixel lens uses six blades to switch between f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8, and f/4, giving users more control over light and depth of field. The same Camera app adds manual shutter speed, focus, and white balance controls, plus new grain and texture options in Photographic Styles.
Beyond imaging, the Dynamic Island is smaller and can now display up to three Live Activities at once, such as a timer, music, and a sports score. Charging is also faster: Apple says the phone reaches 50 percent in about 15 minutes over wired charging, or 30 minutes with MagSafe, though the fastest wired speeds require a USB PD 3.1 adapter rated at 60W or higher.
Because only one source was provided, there are no conflicting reports to compare. This article is based entirely on Engadget's guide, so performance claims should be treated as Apple's stated figures rather than independent test results.