Power Mac Center opens iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders on October 2

Power Mac Center (PMC) will open pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro series in the Philippines on October 2, 2026, following exclusive pre-order activities at Greenbelt 3 and SM Mall of Asia beginning October 1.

The Apple Premium Partner will offer in-store and online pre-orders, along with pre-order kits, UpTrade Boost, partner offers, and other launch promotions. Pre-orders will run until October 15, 2026.

Why it matters: The launch gives Filipino consumers several ways to secure the latest iPhone 18 Pro series, including dedicated pre-order events, Apple Premium Partner stores, PMC branches nationwide, and online channels.

“Power Mac Center is once again opening pre-orders for the new iPhone with a lineup of experiences and surprises together with our valued partners. After more than three decades in the industry, we continue to believe that premium technology is accessible and possible for all, giving people the freedom to enjoy it in their everyday life,” said Joey Alvarez, PMC Director for Marketing and Product Management.

The details: PMC’s “iPhone for All” initiative will offer three ways to pre-order the iPhone 18 Pro series.

The first is through PMC’s pre-order events at Greenbelt 3, 2nd Level, and SM Mall of Asia, 2nd Level, Cyberzone, Entertainment Mall. Activities begin October 1 at 12 p.m., with doors opening for pre-order customers at 12:01 a.m. on October 2.

Customers joining these events will receive pre-order kits and UpTrade Boost, along with access to freebies and raffle prizes. Partner brands will also hold booth activities at the locations, while Mobile Care will provide exclusive care and service benefits for the new iPhone 18 Pro.

Nationwide in-store pre-orders will begin October 2 at 12:01 a.m. at Apple Premium Partner stores, while other PMC stores will accept pre-orders during regular mall hours.

In-store customers will receive pre-order kits and UpTrade Boost. Select locations will also offer early access to partner-exclusive offers, including BPI at Greenbelt 3, UnionBank at SM Megamall, The Annex at SM City North EDSA, and Molito Lifestyle Center, and Billease at SM City Tuguegarao.

For customers who prefer to order online, PMC’s official Web Store and its new official Lazada Flagship Store will begin accepting pre-orders on October 2 at 12:01 a.m. Online customers will also receive pre-order kits.

Customers can use 1 Infinite loyalty points as payment, while bank offers will also be available.

The details: Pre-orders will remain open until October 15. PMC will also hold activities on October 15 at Greenbelt 3, SM Mall of Asia, SM City Iloilo, SM Lanang, SM Megamall, and The Annex at SM North EDSA.

The iPhone 18 Pro series will also be celebrated through a midnight launch across six locations: Greenbelt 3, SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, The Annex at SM City North EDSA, SM City Iloilo, and SM Lanang.

Customers who want to participate in the midnight launch must select one of these branches as their pickup location.

Customers availing at Greenbelt 3, SM Mall of Asia, SM City Iloilo, and SM Lanang can receive exclusive gifts. The first 75 customers at Greenbelt 3 and SM Mall of Asia will receive additional freebies, while the first 50 customers at SM City Iloilo and SM Lanang will receive additional freebies.

At SM Megamall and The Annex at SM City North EDSA, midnight selling participants can receive a voucher for a non-Apple accessory. The first 25 customers at these locations will also receive additional freebies.

The midnight launch events will begin at 10 p.m. on October 15 and continue through midnight on October 16.

For Filipinos: PMC’s iPhone 18 Pro launch will include payment options and partner promotions across its nationwide store network. Customers can also use 1 Infinite loyalty points toward their purchase, alongside available bank offers.

The launch is being held in partnership with Belkin and JBL. Major sponsors include ADAM elements, Before Anything Else, CARE by PanzerGlass, PanzerGlass, and ZAGG, while BMX, Chipolo, Cygnett, Energea, Function101, LAUT, Mokin, Native Union, Promate, and Shokz are supporting sponsors.

What’s next: iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders begin October 2, with the first midnight launch events scheduled for October 15. PMC says additional details about the launch, promotions, and partner activities will be announced through its social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube) in the coming days

The Bottom Line: Power Mac Center is offering multiple pre-order channels for the iPhone 18 Pro series, including dedicated events, stores nationwide, and online platforms. Pre-orders begin October 2 and end October 15, followed by midnight selling activities across six locations.