{"id":42224,"date":"2026-09-24T18:30:53","date_gmt":"2026-09-24T10:30:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/?p=42224"},"modified":"2026-09-24T18:30:56","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T10:30:56","slug":"iphone-18-pro-teardown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/es\/iphone-18-pro-teardown\/","title":{"rendered":"iPhone 18 Pro Teardown: What Changed Inside and How Does It Affect Repairability"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The iPhone 18 Pro brings several significant changes beneath its familiar exterior. From a smaller Dynamic Island and a new under-display infrared camera to a dramatically larger vapor chamber and a redesigned motherboard layout, Apple has changed more than just the phone&#8217;s appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this full teardown by REWA Lab, we dive deep into the internal structural changes and analyze what these updates mean for third-party repair shops and aftermarket component manufacturers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"iPhone 18 Pro Teardown: The Good, The Bad, and The Unexpected\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PHiZb9rMhmI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-Step Disassembly Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Opening the <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.rewa.tech\/list\/iphone-18-pro.html\">iPhone 18 Pro<\/a> requires specialized repair tools and a cautious approach to avoid damaging internal flexes and sensors. Standard safety and prep steps are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Preparation Before Teardown<\/strong>: Power off the device and remove the bottom screws with the <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.rewa.tech\/detail\/refox-rs2-2d-screwdriver-set.html\">Pentalobe screwdriver<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/removing-the-bottom-screws-with-Pentalobe-screwdriver-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Removing the bottom screw of an iPhone using a precision Pentalobe screwdriver\" class=\"wp-image-42226\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/removing-the-bottom-screws-with-Pentalobe-screwdriver-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/removing-the-bottom-screws-with-Pentalobe-screwdriver-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/removing-the-bottom-screws-with-Pentalobe-screwdriver-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/removing-the-bottom-screws-with-Pentalobe-screwdriver-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/removing-the-bottom-screws-with-Pentalobe-screwdriver-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/removing-the-bottom-screws-with-Pentalobe-screwdriver.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Screen Removal<\/strong>: Heat the screen to soften the perimeter waterproof adhesive. Use an opening tool with suction cup and <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.rewa.tech\/detail\/200ml-alcohol-container-oem-new.html\">alcohol isoprop\u00edlico<\/a> to gently slice through the seal with an opening pick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Camera Protection<\/strong>: Cover the front camera module with protective sponge stickers to prevent dust or scratches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bracket &amp; Flex Cable Disconnection<\/strong>: Unscrew and remove the battery and display connector bracket. Disconnect the battery flex cable, display cable, and front sensor cable to free the screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Vapor Chamber &amp; Cameras<\/strong>: Unscrew the vapor chamber using a 4IP screwdriver. Disconnect and remove the front \/ rear camera modules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/unscrewing-the-vapor-chamber-using-4IP-screwdriver-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"using a screwdriver to open iPhone 18 Pro for teardown\" class=\"wp-image-42227\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/unscrewing-the-vapor-chamber-using-4IP-screwdriver-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/unscrewing-the-vapor-chamber-using-4IP-screwdriver-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/unscrewing-the-vapor-chamber-using-4IP-screwdriver-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/unscrewing-the-vapor-chamber-using-4IP-screwdriver-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/unscrewing-the-vapor-chamber-using-4IP-screwdriver-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/unscrewing-the-vapor-chamber-using-4IP-screwdriver.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Motherboard &amp; Peripheral Removal<\/strong>: Unscrew and flip over the motherboard to disconnect the wireless charging coil. Remove flashlight, LiDAR, SIM tray, SIM card reader, bottom speaker, charging port, Taptic Engine, and microphone in sequence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/charging-port-flex-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42228\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/charging-port-flex-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/charging-port-flex-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/charging-port-flex-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/charging-port-flex-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/charging-port-flex-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/charging-port-flex-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Battery Debonding<\/strong>: Apply a 9V DC voltage between the silver battery tab (positive probe) and the vapor chamber (negative probe) to electronically deactivate the adhesive, allowing easy battery removal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/releasing-battery-adhesive-using-9v-dc-voltage-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42229\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/releasing-battery-adhesive-using-9v-dc-voltage-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/releasing-battery-adhesive-using-9v-dc-voltage-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/releasing-battery-adhesive-using-9v-dc-voltage-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/releasing-battery-adhesive-using-9v-dc-voltage-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/releasing-battery-adhesive-using-9v-dc-voltage-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/releasing-battery-adhesive-using-9v-dc-voltage.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Display &amp; Dynamic Island: Under-Display Infrared Tech<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a><\/a> Apple\u2019s smaller Dynamic Island introduces a more complex under-display optical structure, creating new challenges for display refurbishment. This shrink is achieved by relocating the infrared camera under the display assembly and positioning it near the screen corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/dynamic-island-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42230\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/dynamic-island-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/dynamic-island-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/dynamic-island-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/dynamic-island-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/dynamic-island-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/dynamic-island-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/relocating-the-infrared-camera-under-the-display-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42231\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/relocating-the-infrared-camera-under-the-display-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/relocating-the-infrared-camera-under-the-display-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/relocating-the-infrared-camera-under-the-display-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/relocating-the-infrared-camera-under-the-display-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/relocating-the-infrared-camera-under-the-display-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/relocating-the-infrared-camera-under-the-display.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key display architecture updates include:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Adjusted Pixel Matrix<\/strong>: The display above the infrared camera features a modified pixel density and arrangement to allow infrared light transmission for Face ID functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/modified-pixel-arrangement-allows-infrared-light-transmission-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42232\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/modified-pixel-arrangement-allows-infrared-light-transmission-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/modified-pixel-arrangement-allows-infrared-light-transmission-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/modified-pixel-arrangement-allows-infrared-light-transmission-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/modified-pixel-arrangement-allows-infrared-light-transmission-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/modified-pixel-arrangement-allows-infrared-light-transmission-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/modified-pixel-arrangement-allows-infrared-light-transmission.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Unfixed Flex Cable<\/strong>: The display flex cable is no longer secured with heavy adhesive, making screen separation cleaner during repair and refurbishment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Aftermarket Challenge<\/strong>: Third-party display manufacturers will face higher precision requirements to replicate the light-transmitting pixel window for Face ID functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Motherboard Architecture: Higher Difficulty for Micro-Soldering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The updated motherboard layout places crucial chips in vulnerable locations while sandwiching NAND and power IC between layers. For micro-soldering technicians, the iPhone 18 Pro motherboard presents an elevated level of complexity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42233\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Apple has reorganized chip placement and shielding:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exposed Logic EEPROM<\/strong>: The Logic EEPROM chip on the board surface lacks a protective metal shield, leaving it significantly more susceptible to physical damage and technician error.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Exposed-Logic-EEPROM-on-Motherboard-Surface-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42234\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Exposed-Logic-EEPROM-on-Motherboard-Surface-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Exposed-Logic-EEPROM-on-Motherboard-Surface-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Exposed-Logic-EEPROM-on-Motherboard-Surface-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Exposed-Logic-EEPROM-on-Motherboard-Surface-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Exposed-Logic-EEPROM-on-Motherboard-Surface-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Exposed-Logic-EEPROM-on-Motherboard-Surface.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Layered Sandwich Design<\/strong>: The NAND storage chip and Power IC are sandwiched inside the multi-layer PCB structure. Replacing or repairing these components requires demanding motherboard desoldering and reballing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Relocated A20 Pro<\/strong> <strong>Chip<\/strong>: The main processor sits directly on the motherboard surface, and in direct contact with the vapor chamber for substantial improvement in thermal performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface-1-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42235\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface-1-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface-1-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface-1-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface-1-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface-1-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Relocated-A20-Pro-Chip-on-Motherboard-Surface-1.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Upgraded Camera Modules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The iPhone 18 Pro\u2019s camera modules feature noticeable changes in mechanical design, module size, and cable layout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fusion Main Camera<\/strong>: The rear camera module features a variable aperture for greater control over depth of field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/rear-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42236\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/rear-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/rear-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/rear-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/rear-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/rear-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/rear-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Separated Infrared<\/strong> <strong>Sensor<\/strong>: The front camera and under-display infrared camera are connected via three separate flex cables, bridged across a wider distance to facilitate the shrunken Dynamic Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/front-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42237\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/front-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/front-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/front-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/front-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/front-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/front-camera-module-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Thermal Management &amp; Battery Changes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vapor chamber on the iPhone 18 Pro receives its largest redesign in years. Apple has integrated a significantly larger vapor chamber, with three times the surface area of the one used in the iPhone 17 Pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vapor-chamber-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42238\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vapor-chamber-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vapor-chamber-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vapor-chamber-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vapor-chamber-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vapor-chamber-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vapor-chamber-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Simply Put:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A vapor chamber is a flat, sealed metal enclosure containing a small amount of liquid. When the chips heat up, the liquid absorbs heat and evaporates. The vapor then spreads through the chamber, transferring heat to cooler areas where it condenses back into liquid. This helps the phone maintain stable performance under sustained workloads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The battery capacity of iPhone 18 Pro is slightly bigger than that on iPhone 17 Pro. In physical SIM version, it packs 4,056mAh, achieving about 1.7% increase over previous generation. Apple officially confirms that the redesigned battery architecture and charging system enable faster charging, reaching 50% in approximately 15 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/battery-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42239\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/battery-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/battery-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/battery-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/battery-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/battery-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/battery-comparison-of-iPhone-17-pro-and-iPhone-18-pro.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Repair Difficulty Assessment: Pros &amp; Cons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A concise summary of what makes repairing the iPhone 18 Pro easier or harder for repair professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style data-wp-block-html=\"css\">\n.repair-table-wrap {\n  width: 100%;\n  overflow-x: auto;\n  margin: 24px 0;\n}\n\n.repair-table {\n  width: 100%;\n  min-width: 720px;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  font-size: 15px;\n  line-height: 1.55;\n  color: #222;\n}\n\n.repair-table th {\n  padding: 13px 16px;\n  background: #f6f7f8;\n  border: 1px solid #ddd;\n  text-align: left;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  font-weight: 600;\n}\n\n.repair-table td {\n  padding: 16px;\n  border: 1px solid #ddd;\n  vertical-align: middle;\n}\n\n.repair-table tbody tr:nth-child(even) {\n  background: #fafafa;\n}\n\n.repair-table td:first-child {\n  width: 23%;\n  font-weight: 600;\n}\n\n.repair-table td:nth-child(2) {\n  width: 47%;\n}\n\n.repair-table td:last-child {\n  width: 30%;\n}\n\n\/* Change list *\/\n.repair-table ul {\n  margin: 0;\n  padding-left: 18px;\n}\n\n.repair-table li {\n  margin: 4px 0;\n  padding-left: 2px;\n}\n\n\/* Difficulty *\/\n.repair-level {\n  display: flex;\n  align-items: center;\n  gap: 10px;\n}\n\n.repair-meter {\n  display: flex;\n  gap: 3px;\n  flex-shrink: 0;\n}\n\n.repair-meter span {\n  display: block;\n  width: 18px;\n  height: 6px;\n  border-radius: 3px;\n  background: #e2e2e2;\n}\n\n.repair-meter .active {\n  background: #222;\n}\n\n.repair-label {\n  font-size: 14px;\n  font-weight: 500;\n  white-space: nowrap;\n}\n\n\/* Mobile *\/\n@media (max-width: 700px) {\n  .repair-table {\n    min-width: 0;\n    font-size: 14px;\n  }\n\n  .repair-table th,\n  .repair-table td {\n    padding: 12px;\n  }\n\n  .repair-table td:first-child {\n    width: 25%;\n  }\n\n  .repair-table td:nth-child(2) {\n    width: 45%;\n  }\n\n  .repair-table td:last-child {\n    width: 30%;\n  }\n\n  .repair-level {\n    display: block;\n  }\n\n  .repair-label {\n    display: block;\n    margin-top: 7px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"repair-table-wrap\">\n  <table class=\"repair-table\">\n    <thead>\n      <tr>\n        <th>Componente<\/th>\n        <th>Changes Made<\/th>\n        <th>Repair Difficulty<\/th>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/thead>\n\n    <tbody>\n      <tr>\n        <td>Pantalla<\/td>\n        <td>\n          <ul>\n            <li>Smaller Dynamic Island<\/li>\n            <li>Under-display infrared camera<\/li>\n            <li>Display flex cable not fixed with adhesive<\/li>\n          <\/ul>\n        <\/td>\n        <td>\n          <div class=\"repair-level\">\n            <div class=\"repair-meter\" aria-label=\"2 out of 5\">\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n              <span><\/span>\n              <span><\/span>\n              <span><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <span class=\"repair-label\">Easy<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n\n      <tr>\n        <td>Bater\u00eda<\/td>\n        <td>\n          <ul>\n            <li>Larger capacity: 4,056mAh (SIM tray version)<\/li>\n            <li>Larger connector<\/li>\n            <li>Multi-layer cable<\/li>\n          <\/ul>\n        <\/td>\n        <td>\n          <div class=\"repair-level\">\n            <div class=\"repair-meter\" aria-label=\"2 out of 5\">\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n              <span><\/span>\n              <span><\/span>\n              <span><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <span class=\"repair-label\">Easy<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n\n      <tr>\n        <td>Front Camera Module<\/td>\n        <td>\n          <ul>\n            <li>Infrared camera moved to the corner<\/li>\n            <li>Three separate cables<\/li>\n          <\/ul>\n        <\/td>\n        <td>\n          <div class=\"repair-level\">\n            <div class=\"repair-meter\" aria-label=\"1 out of 5\">\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n              <span><\/span>\n              <span><\/span>\n              <span><\/span>\n              <span><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <span class=\"repair-label\">Very Easy<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n\n      <tr>\n        <td>Rear Camera Module<\/td>\n        <td>\n          <ul>\n            <li>Larger Fusion Main Camera<\/li>\n            <li>Cable layout changed<\/li>\n          <\/ul>\n        <\/td>\n        <td>\n          <div class=\"repair-level\">\n            <div class=\"repair-meter\" aria-label=\"4 out of 5\">\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n              <span><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <span class=\"repair-label\">Hard<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n\n      <tr>\n        <td>Placa base<\/td>\n        <td>\n          <ul>\n            <li>A20 Pro chip on the surface<\/li>\n            <li>Logic EEPROM chip without a shield<\/li>\n            <li>NAND and Power IC sandwiched inside<\/li>\n          <\/ul>\n        <\/td>\n        <td>\n          <div class=\"repair-level\">\n            <div class=\"repair-meter\" aria-label=\"5 out of 5\">\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n              <span class=\"active\"><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <span class=\"repair-label\">Very Hard<\/span>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody>\n  <\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preguntas m\u00e1s frecuentes (FAQ)<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list\">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790221519901\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">Why is iPhone 18 Pro motherboard repair more difficult?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>The main reason is the new layered motherboard architecture. NAND storage and the power IC are positioned between PCB layers, meaning technicians need to separate the board layers to access them. This increases the complexity, heat exposure, labor, and risk involved in component-level repair.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790221535480\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">Why is the Dynamic Island smaller on the iPhone 18 Pro?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>The infrared camera used for Face ID has been moved under the display and toward the corner. The display uses a modified pixel arrangement in this area to allow infrared light to pass through. This allows Apple to reduce the size of the visible Dynamic Island.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790221549320\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">How big is the iPhone 18 Pro battery?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>The iPhone 18 Pro shown in the REWA Lab teardown is the physical-SIM version and has a 4,056mAh battery, approximately 1.7% higher than the iPhone 17 Pro. Battery capacity varies by regional configuration; in eSIM-only version, the iPhone 18 Pro has a 4,288mAh battery.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790221562227\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">How much larger is the iPhone 18 Pro vapor chamber?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>iPhone 18 Pro vapor chamber has three times the surface area of the vapor chamber in the iPhone 17 Pro. Apple says the redesigned thermal system enables up to 40% better sustained performance compared with the previous generation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790221571028\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">What is the biggest repair challenge revealed by REWA Lab\u2019s iPhone 18 Pro teardown?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>For board-level technicians, the layered motherboard architecture is one of the most significant challenges because it complicates access to NAND and power-management components. For aftermarket parts manufacturers, the new under-display infrared camera arrangement creates another major challenge because display structure, optical transmission, and Face ID compatibility must all work together.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790221588083\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">Did Apple make major changes to the iPhone 18 Pro\u2019s frame and back cover?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>No. The iPhone 18 Pro retains a largely similar frame and back cover structure to the iPhone 17 Pro. The back cover uses a more color-matched aluminum and glass design in iPhone 18 Pro.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusi\u00f3n:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The iPhone 18 Pro showcases impressive internal engineering, highlighted by under-display Face ID technology, triple-sized vapor chamber, and larger variable-aperture main camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iPhone-18-Pro-Teardown-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42240\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iPhone-18-Pro-Teardown-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iPhone-18-Pro-Teardown-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iPhone-18-Pro-Teardown-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iPhone-18-Pro-Teardown-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iPhone-18-Pro-Teardown-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/rewa.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/iPhone-18-Pro-Teardown.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, for the independent repair industry, these advancements come with obvious challenges: motherboard layering makes micro-soldering more demanding, and screen replacement requires precise technical alignment and careful handling to ensure proper Face ID functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As phone architectures become more complex, having high-grade repair tools, <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.rewa.tech\">reliable replacement parts<\/a>, and advanced technical training is essential, please <a href=\"https:\/\/rewa.tech\/es\/venta-al-por-mayor\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"9153\">Contacto<\/a> for OEM\/aftermarket replacement parts, professional repair tools, and step-by-step technical guides.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The iPhone 18 Pro brings several significant changes beneath its familiar exterior. 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