Certain Burgundy iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max devices are reportedly experiencing a visible color change, where the dark coating grows lighter and more red as time passes.

Pictures displaying this variance on an iPhone 18 Pro bought on September 19 were shared online by a Reddit user known as Low-Ad9343.

Roughly three weeks later, by October 9, the aluminum exterior of the device had allegedly shifted from a dark Burgundy tone to a significantly brighter red.

Cause Unclear

While certain individuals proposed that a chemical reaction could be impacting the colored aluminum coating, verified proof explaining the shift is lacking.

The impacted customer brought the device to an Apple Store, where employees stated they would consult an engineer and contact the customer by Monday, October 12.

It stays uncertain if Apple handled the situation as a warranty matter or provided a replacement unit.

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Dust Complaints

This is not the initial aesthetic grievance concerning the Burgundy iPhone 18 Pro.

Certain buyers have additionally noted dust gathering near the camera housings, making it particularly noticeable on Black and Burgundy versions.

Although the dust is removable, buyers state that it comes back and demands frequent cleaning, while worries persist that dust bits might scratch camera lens covers during the wiping process.

The distinction in this newest grievance is that the color alteration seems permanent instead of being something simple to wipe off.

Similar Complaints Appeared Last Year

Apple encountered comparable grievances regarding the Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro, with specific users stating their devices slowly developed a pink shade.

Apple has not formally verified any production defect regarding the iPhone 18 Pro exterior.

Confirmed explanations for the discoloration are also absent, and the total number of impacted units remains unknown.

Certain buyers have theorized about ultraviolet light or heat exposure, but neither factor has been validated as the root cause.