The Truth About the 1TB iPhone 18 Pro Max Speed. Disappointed???

Summary

The presenter unboxes and briefly shows a 1TB iPhone 18 Pro Max in “Bordeaux” (burgundy), then compares it with the iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Key points

• Storage performance: The presenter says the 1TB model is slower than the 1TB iPhone 17 Pro Max and compares its transfer speed to an external USB-C drive. No benchmark figures or testing method are provided.
• Design and display: They point out a smaller Dynamic Island and say Face ID is now hidden beneath the display. They also note that some privacy screen protectors made for the 17 Pro Max may not fit the new layout, though a regular screen protector might.
• Box and SIM: The box includes a USB-C-to-USB-C cable but no physical charger. The packaging indicates that a physical SIM is not required and refers to eSIM.
• Setup: The presenter turns on the phone and shows the initial setup screen but does not walk through the setup process. They are unsure whether it ships with iOS 27 and say they will check after setup.
• Buying advice and speculation: The presenter suggests that 17 Pro Max owners who are happy with their current phone may not need to upgrade unless they want the new color. They speculate that the 17, 18, and 19 Pro Max could share a similar shape, with a later model bringing a design change. They also say Apple Stores are not displaying the “Duo” yet, attributing this to it not being available until its launch.

Review coverage

This is a brief unboxing and first look, not a detailed review or storage-speed test. The performance claim is presented without supporting data.

Main speaker/source: The SONAN VIEWS presenter. A second person briefly assists with holding the phone.