Five iPhone 18 Pro features you'll want to try the second you unbox it
The iPhone 18 Pro introduces a variable aperture on its 48-megapixel main camera, allowing users to adjust light intake and depth of field for improved photography. The device also features new manual camera controls, including shutter speed and white balance adjustments, alongside enhanced Photographic Styles with grain and texture options. Additionally, the iPhone 18 Pro includes a smaller Dynamic Island that supports up to three simultaneous Live Activities and offers faster charging speeds.
- ▪The 48-megapixel main camera on the iPhone 18 Pro is the first on an iPhone to feature a variable aperture with settings ranging from f/1.48 to f/4.
- ▪Apple has added manual controls for shutter speed, focus, and white balance directly to the native Camera app for the first time.
- ▪New Photographic Styles options allow users to adjust grain and texture, such as softening skin tones or adding film effects.
- ▪The Dynamic Island on the iPhone 18 Pro is smaller and can display up to three Live Activities at the same time.
- ▪The device supports faster charging speeds compared to previous models.
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Big Tech Apple Five iPhone 18 Pro features you’ll want to try the second you unbox it From variable aperture to faster charging, here’s what to test first. By Filipe Espósito Oct. 4, 2026 2:45 pm EST Filipe Espósito for Engadget Add Engadget on Google: Preferred Source Google Discover The iPhone 18 Pro is finally here, and while it might not seem as exciting as the new iPhone Duo, there's plenty to try out once you take it out of the box. This year, Apple is providing even more control in the Camera app. The camera's main lens with a variable aperture opens up new possibilities for photography, as do the new Photographic Styles. Not only that, but the Dynamic Island is smaller and charging your iPhone is much faster.
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