Overview
- Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station is cited across outlets for claims that the iPhone 18 Pro line will introduce a mechanically adjustable, DSLR‑style aperture on the main camera.
- The Pro telephoto is also reported to move to a brighter 48MP periscope lens with a larger aperture to boost low‑light performance.
- Multiple reports say Apple may debut iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max (and possibly a foldable) in September 2026, with the standard iPhone 18 and a new 18e following in early 2027.
- Separately, the entry‑level iPhone 17e is rumored to adopt the Dynamic Island but keep a 60Hz 6.1‑inch OLED display, with a launch expected in the first half of 2026.
- Broader upgrades under discussion include a TSMC 2nm A20 processor, Apple’s C2 modem, and potential full 5G satellite support, with analyst Ming‑Chi Kuo previously naming Sunny Optical and Luxshare as camera suppliers; none of these details are confirmed by Apple.