The base model iPhone 18 is expected to arrive in the spring of 2027.
Multiple sources claim the iPhone 18 will arrive in early 2027 rather than late 2026. An unnamed iPhone supply chain executive allegedly stated that the decision to split the launch was driven by ensuring 'supply chain smoothness' and a 'marketing strategy change.'
A leaker in May 2026 claimed Apple moved the iPhone 18 launch to 2027 to extend the market buzz of the previous generation, describing it as a 'very clever market adjustment mechanism' to 'wipe out Android.'
Display and Hardware Specifications
The standard iPhone 18 is expected to keep a 6.27-inch display size, which will likely be rounded to 6.3 inches. Additionally, the standard model may feature a simplified version of the Camera Control.
Regarding the Dynamic Island, a March 2026 rumor suggested it would be redesigned for the base iPhone 18. One leaker stated 'the Dynamic Island has been made smaller,' though an earlier May 2024 rumor suggested non-Pro models might not receive under-screen Face ID until the iPhone 19.
A July 2024 rumor suggested Samsung would produce image sensors for Apple instead of Sony.
IPhone 18e and Pro Models
The iPhone 18e is expected to be released in the first quarter of 2027 and is expected to be powered by an A20 chip. Apple analyst Jeff Pu claimed the iPhone 18e model may feature 9 GB of RAM, compared to the 8 GB of RAM in the iPhone 17e model.
Potential RAM for the iPhone 18e model
There are conflicting reports regarding the release of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. While one source suggests the Pro models launch in September 2026, other sources suggest a September 2027 release.
Apple is expected to introduce its first foldable iPhone model in September 2027.
