Estimated delivery windows for Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro models lengthened substantially during their second week of availability, according to research published by JPMorgan. The bank’s analysis indicated that average delivery times for the iPhone 18 Pro increased to 23 days from seven days during the initial ordering period, while Pro Max models saw waiting periods climb to 30 days from 19 days.
Geographic variations in delivery estimates emerged across major markets. In the United States, iPhone 18 Pro delivery times rose to 21 days from two days in the opening week, with Pro Max estimates reaching 28 days compared to 22 days previously. Germany experienced comparable increases, as iPhone 18 Pro delivery estimates reached 22 days and Pro Max estimates climbed to 29 days, up from five and 16 days respectively one week earlier. Delivery windows in China increased to 27 days for the standard Pro model and 33 days for the Pro Max, rising from 13 and 21 days in the first week.
Despite the increases, China remained the sole major market with shorter delivery estimates than those recorded for the prior iPhone 17 generation, where delivery times reached 30 days and 37 days respectively. JPMorgan noted that the iPhone 18 Pro Max was unavailable for in-store collection in China. The United States represents approximately 34% of iPhone shipments globally, while China accounts for roughly 19%.
JPMorgan analysts suggested the extended wait times reflected stronger demand momentum compared to the previous product cycle, though they cautioned that third-week data would be critical to monitor. The bank previously noted that some consumers could be deferring purchases pending the availability of Apple’s new foldable iPhone Duo, with pre-orders scheduled to open in October. Supply chain feedback regarding production adjustments, typically disclosed later in November, would provide the most definitive demand signal, according to the analysts.
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