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iPhone 18 Pro Sparks Outrage by Ditching Stainless Steel Frame

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro keeps aluminum frame, sparking debate over durability as it shrinks the Dynamic Island for a new look.

Key takeaways

  • Why Apple’s Choice to Keep the Aluminum Frame on iPhone 18 Pro Sparks Debate
  • Apple’s decision to stick with an aluminum frame for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max—despite mounting criticism—signals a calculated risk in the flagship race. This isn’...
  • The aluminum debate centers on durability. Aluminum, though light and cost-efficient, is more susceptible to bending and denting than stainless steel or titanium. For ...
  • Industry watchers are split. Some argue Apple’s aluminum is “good enough”—especially paired with softer edges and advanced coatings. Others see it as a downgrade, a st...

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