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iPhone 18: Launch, Features, and Details
Apple is working on the iPhone 18 series, which might launch in two phases.
The Pro models are expected in fall 2026, while the base model could come in spring 2027.
The iPhone 18 will have a new A20 chip for better performance and a camera button that uses pressure instead of touch.
Prices might stay similar to the iPhone 17 series.
Production will start after the Chinese New Year in late February.
The design changes might be subtle.
iPhone 18 Pro models expected to launch in fall 2026, base model possibly in spring 2027.
Prices likely to remain similar to iPhone 17 series despite production cost increases.
A20 chip with 2nm process expected to deliver 15% higher performance and 30% lower power consumption.
Camera Control button to switch from haptic feedback to pressure-based input.
Production to begin after Chinese New Year, with Pro models' design already finalized.
- Who
- Apple Inc.
- What
- iPhone 18 series launch and features
- Where
- Global release
- When
- Fall 2026 (Pro models), Spring 2027 (base model)
- Why
- To introduce new features and maintain market competitiveness
Key facts
- Expected Launch Date
- Fall 2026 (Pro models), Spring 2027 (base model)
- Expected Price
- $799 (base), $1,099 (Pro), $1,199 (Pro Max)
- Chipset
- A20 (2nm process)
- Camera Control
- Pressure-based input replacing haptic feedback
- Production Start
- After Chinese New Year (late February)
Timeline
Apple hints at iPhone 17's major changes, higher price.
Then, iPhone 17 Pro Max's India launch delayed to mid-October.
Expectation: Two-phase iPhone 18 launch.
iPhone 18 Pro models to debut in fall 2026.
Base model follows in spring 2027.
Quotes
Macworld
A technology publication
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livemint.com
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