Apple iPhone 18: Leaked design, bigger battery, camera upgrades, price and launch date
Apple is reportedly planning significant hardware updates for the upcoming iPhone 18 series, including potential under-display Face ID and larger batteries. The lineup is expected to roll out in phases between late 2026 and early 2027, potentially including a foldable model.
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As a market leader, Apple's hardware design shifts often set industry standards for smartphone manufacturing and consumer expectations.
Apple is expected to make major changes to its iPhone lineup with the iPhone 18 series. The upcoming models could feature a smaller Dynamic Island, upgraded cameras, more RAM and larger batteries. Apple is also reportedly preparing its first foldable iPhone.Apple may launch the iPhone 18 lineup in two phases. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to arrive in September 2026, while the much-rumoured foldable iPhone could debut in October. The standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18e and potentially a second-generation iPhone Air could follow in early 2027.iPhone 18 design and Dynamic IslandThe iPhone 18 Pro models are expected to retain the 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch display sizes of the previous generation.One of the biggest design changes could involve the Dynamic Island.
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