Overview
- Multiple outlets continue to expect Apple to announce the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in September 2026.
- Barclays analyst Tim Long says the first foldable iPhone would begin shipping in December 2026, a projection other reports treat cautiously due to limited corroboration.
- Long also suggests a staggered rollout into March 2027 for the base iPhone 18, a lower-end 18e and another model, a plan not confirmed by other sources.
- Pro models are rumored to shrink the Dynamic Island by moving at least one Face ID component under the display rather than adopting a hole‑punch design.
- Leaked specs point to a variable‑aperture 48MP main camera and a larger‑aperture telephoto reserved for the Pro line, alongside A20/A20 Pro chips on TSMC’s 2nm node with new C2 and N2 connectivity hardware.