Luxury device customizer Caviar has announced modified editions of Apple’s flagship smartphones, introducing its Contrast Edition collection with prices starting at $7,130.
Key points
- Caviar announced the Contrast Edition luxury lineup for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max.
- Retail pricing begins at $7,130 and rises above $7,840 depending on materials and configuration.
- Production is limited strictly to 50 numbered units per design worldwide.
- Internal specifications remain factory standard, including the 2nm A20 Pro chip and variable aperture camera.
The release provides high-end aftermarket exterior shells for customers seeking distinctive builds. The luxury launch follows Apple’s September hardware event, where factory retail pricing for the standard iPhone 18 Pro increased by $100.
Materials and Custom Finishes
Caviar built the Contrast Edition line around five distinct backplate styles, replacing the standard rear glass with combinations of industrial metals, composite fabrics, and precious alloys:
- Titanium Grey: A grey chassis featuring a brushed black titanium rear insert and a polished titanium Apple logo.
- Black Moon: A black chassis paired with a brushed silver titanium insert and a PVD-coated titanium logo.
- Sky Blue: A light blue chassis combined with dark, hand-formed forged carbon fiber.
- Dark Red: A burgundy chassis fitted with purple-veined forged carbon fiber and a 24-karat gold Apple logo.
- Gold Wine: A burgundy body highlighted by double 999 24-karat electroplated gold jewelry alloy trim.
The company is branding the release as a dual-anniversary project, marking Apple’s 50th year alongside Caviar’s 15th year in the customization business.
Pricing and Production Limits
Each design in this luxury smartphone collection is restricted to an international run of 50 individually numbered units. Base prices apply to 256GB storage configurations, with costs scaling upward for 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB options, as well as for larger hardware builds.
| Model Name | Primary Backplate Material | Base Price (256GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Titanium Grey | Brushed Black Titanium | $7,130 |
| Black Moon | Brushed Silver Titanium | $7,130 |
| Sky Blue | Forged Carbon Fiber | $7,130 |
| Dark Red | Purple-Veined Carbon Fiber & Gold | $7,410 |
| Gold Wine | Double 999 24-Karat Gold Alloy | $7,840 |
Buyers selecting the larger iPhone 18 Pro Max form factor or expanded internal storage capacities will see final prices increase beyond these starting figures.
Identical Internal Hardware
Caviar’s modifications apply exclusively to the external housing of each device. Internal components match standard Apple factory specifications, including the 2nm A20 Pro application processor, display assembly, and the updated variable aperture primary camera system.
Battery capacity, cellular modem configurations, and native iOS capabilities operate identically to standard retail units. Beyond traditional slab designs, Caviar also customizes alternate form factors, having previously offered premium takes on concept hardware like Apple’s foldable iPhone models. Deliveries for the Contrast Edition series will proceed on an order-by-order basis.
