Premier Apple partner Power Mac Center (PMC) welcomed the latest generation iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max through its continuing tradition of the midnight launch, held simultaneously in 15 locations nationwide for this year.
“For years, Power Mac Center has celebrated the iPhone launch as more than product arrivals. They have become moments to come together, share anticipation, and experience the latest tech with fellow enthusiasts. We’ve brought that excitement to more locations for our customers’ convenience, made possible by the continued support of our brand partners and employees,” said PMC Director for Marketing and Product Management Joey Alvarez.
Midnight launches are made to be experienced
To cater to more Apple fans waiting for the iPhone 18 Pro series nationwide, Power Mac Center has expanded its midnight launch to cover Greater Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Launches were held simultaneously at Greenbelt 3, SM Mall of Asia, SM City Iloilo, SM Lanang, and SM City Clark; as well as SM Megamall, The Annex at SM City North EDSA, Robinsons Magnolia, SM City Marikina, Festival Mall, SM City Cabanatuan, SM City Pampanga, SM City Lipa, SM Seaside Cebu, and SM CDO Downtown.
Leading up to midnight at these sites, customers enjoyed live performances, played games, and joined booth activities and/or the raffle for more prizes to take home. Customers in line by October 15, 11:59 p.m. received exclusive freebies.
In addition, several Power Mac Center stores opened at midnight for customers to purchase or pick up their pre-ordered iPhone 18 Pro series devices and exclusive freebies.
Missed the midnight launch? Special promos extended for you
The new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are now available in Power Mac Center stores nationwide and the official Web Store <powermaccenter.com>. Get yours and enjoy great deals for a limited time only.
Customers may use their 1 Infinite loyalty points as payment, or avail of a wide assortment of bank offers for additional savings and flexibility, including:
- BPI: Customers can enjoy an extra P2,000 off on exclusive launch price with 3-month, 6-month or 24-month FlexiPay Zero. Only available from October 1 to November 2, 2026. Available in Buy Now Pay Later.
- Metrobank: Metrobank card holders can score an extra P1,000 off on non-installment price for up to 24 months. They can also avail Shop Now, Pay Later. They are also eligible for a 36-month payment plan at SRP. Only available from October 2 to November 30, 2026.
- BDO: BDO card holders can enjoy exclusive launch prices at 0% up to 24 months. Plus, pay 4 months later.
- UnionBank: Customers can also score P3,000 Cashback with minimum single-receipt spend of P90,000 at 0% interest for 24-month or 36-month installment, available from October 5 to 18, 2026. Available in Buy Now Pay Later.
- RCBC: RCBC card holders are eligible for 12-month or 24-month installment with exclusive launch price.
- Security Bank: From October 2-18, 2026, get additional P5,000 off with a minimum purchase of P60,000 with 0% ChargeLight installment and Charge Now, Pay Later on 12 and 24 months.
- PNB: PNB card holders are eligible for 12-month installment with exclusive launch price. Customers are also eligible for P6,000 cashback with a minimum purchase of P70,000.
- Home Credit: Customers are eligible for 0% downpayment with 0% interest when they avail from October 1 to January 31, 2027.
- EastWest: EastWest card holders are eligible for 12-month or 24-month installment with exclusive launch price. Available only from October 1, 2026 to November 2, 2026. Available in Buy Now Pay Later.
- HSBC: HSBC card holders are eligible for 12-month installment with exclusive launch price. Available when they purchase from October 1 to 31, 2026.
- China Bank: China Bank card holders are eligible for 12-month installment with exclusive launch price. Available when they purchase from October 1 to 31, 2026.
- GCash: Customers are eligible for P2,000 Cashback with a minimum purchase of P20,000 and up to 24-month installment for all products scanned via GGIVES. Available from October 9 to 16, 2026.
- 12-month installment with exclusive launch price can be availed with the following bank partners: RCBC, Security Bank, PNB, EastWest, HSBC, China Bank
- 24-month installment with exclusive launch price can be availed with the following bank partners: BDO, RCBC, Security Bank, EastWest
Terms and conditions apply. Check with your financial services provider for more details.
Those who prefer online transactions can check out from the Web Store and the NEW official Lazada Flagship Storeand enjoy special deals on the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Until October 18, 2026 at Power Mac Center stores nationwide, all customers can get special bundle pricing on the iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro Max if purchased with an Apple Watch SE 40mm/44mm, AirPods Pro 3, or AirPods Max 2. You will also enjoy up to 30% off on participating Apple accessories, and up to 40% off on participating partner brands.
PMC’s “iPhone for All” initiative makes it easy and convenient to get your dream iPhone and other Apple devices. Find full details on the website.
From the Queue to the Countdown: A night worth staying up for
Power Mac Center’s midnight launch for the iPhone is a single big occasion when Apple enthusiasts in the Philippines come together to celebrate their interest in technology and take part in a shared experience.
For those who were there, the familiar energy of PMC’s midnight launches was felt again through live performances from some of the country’s biggest musical acts, exciting games and activities, and the heart-pounding countdown to the stores’ reopening at midnight. The stage kept the energy going, making the wait a part of the whole new-iPhone experience.
Participants jammed to Dionela and Janine Teñoso at Greenbelt 3, Janine Berdin and MRLD at SM Mall of Asia, Jayda and Jenzen Guino at SM City Clark, Emman Abatayo at SM City Iloilo, and Maric Gavino at SM Lanang.
The iPhone 18 Pro series launch is celebrated in partnership with Belkin and JBL. Major sponsors include ADAM elements, Before Anything Else, CARE by PanzerGlass, PanzerGlass, and ZAGG. Minor sponsors are BMX, Chipolo, Cygnett, Energea, Function101, LAUT, Mokin, Native Union, Promate, and Shokz.
More information on offers and other happenings is available at Power Mac Center’s social media (Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube). Follow and share to always be updated.
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