iPhone 18 Series: Everything We Know So Far

The iPhone 18 series is expected to debut in September 2026, with a possible staggered launch for the high-end models. The base iPhone 18 and budget 18e may launch in Spring 2027. Apple has not confirmed any details, but industry analysts and leakers have provided insights into the upcoming series.

The iPhone 18 series is rumoured to include up to six models, including Apple’s first foldable iPhone. The foldable model’s design has been finalized, and it is undergoing engineering tests ahead of mass production. The phone is expected to feature a 7.58-inch main display and a 5.25-inch outer display.

The iPhone 18 Pro models are expected to feature improved LTPO OLED panels, with a 120Hz refresh rate and more energy-efficient LTPO OLED panels. The base model may have increased screen brightness, with a peak brightness of 3000 nits. The iPhone 18 series is also expected to run on Apple’s upcoming A20 chip, with Pro models possibly running on an A20 Pro variant.

Apple’s cameras are a standout feature, and the iPhone 18 Pro models are rumoured to introduce variable aperture technology to the 48Mp main camera. The standard iPhone 18 may also benefit from some of this new technology. The selfie camera is expected to be upgraded to 24Mp, with under-display Face ID tech on the Pro and Pro Max models.

The iPhone 18 series is expected to run on iOS 27, offering new features and capabilities tailored to the hardware. Apple typically introduces innovations in usability, security, and AI with every new iOS version. The iPhone 18 series could support faster wired and MagSafe charging capabilities, with incremental enhancements to battery life and charging efficiency.