Apple replaces Cosmic Orange with deep burgundy on iPhone 18 Pro

The iPhone 18 Pro is set to debut a bold new flagship color: deep burgundy. That’s according to a fresh leak from 9to5Mac, which points to the shade replacing last year’s Cosmic Orange. Apple has a history of rotating premium finishes to keep its Pro lineups fresh, and a move to burgundy signals another major design shift.

Burgundy isn’t new to Apple—think of the deep red finishes on iPhone 11 Pro and earlier models—but its return now tracks with a broader industry move toward richer, more sophisticated hues. After Cosmic Orange’s viral success in 2024, Apple is likely chasing a more mature aesthetic that aligns with the Pro branding. Analysts say color choice can add 5% to trade-in value for older models, making it a small but real financial incentive for Apple to refresh palettes every two years.

Leaked CAD renders suggest the burgundy will be a matte, textured glass option, similar in tone to the red used on the iPhone 16 Pro’s “Deep Red” case. It’s expected to be deeper and less flashy than Cosmic Orange, appealing to buyers who want understated luxury. No word yet on official pricing, but Pro finishes typically don’t carry surcharges beyond base models.

If the leak holds, the burgundy iPhone 18 Pro could hit shelves alongside the usual September launch. Apple has already filed trademarks for new color names, and suppliers in Asia are reportedly scaling up production of dark red glass panels. Given Apple’s track record, expect a marketing push around “timeless” and “premium” to frame the shift—even if the real driver is just making the latest model feel new.