The Apple rumor mill is in full swing, and while the iPhone 17 Pro hasn’t even had its full moment yet, early leaks suggest the iPhone 18 Pro is where Apple plans to truly push boundaries—both in design and performance.
From a cleaner, more immersive display to serious camera hardware upgrades, here’s everything we know so far about Apple’s rumored 2026 powerhouse.
The “Invisibility” Act: A Smaller Dynamic Island
For years, the Dynamic Island has been a defining—but sometimes distracting—feature at the top of the iPhone screen. That may finally change.
Under-Display Face ID
According to supply chain sources like Ice Universe, Apple plans to move the infrared flood illuminator beneath the display. This shift would shrink the Dynamic Island by around 35%, reducing its width from roughly 21mm to just 13.49mm.
The Punch-Hole Question
While early leaks hinted at a top-left punch-hole camera, more reliable reports now suggest Apple is sticking with a centered layout. The difference? A much smaller, sleeker pill that feels far less noticeable during gaming, streaming, or everyday use.
A Camera That Actually Moves
The iPhone 18 Pro’s camera could be getting one of its biggest upgrades yet: a variable aperture main camera.
In simple terms, the lens would physically open and close to control how much light enters—similar to a traditional DSLR. This could unlock major benefits:
- Natural bokeh, replacing software-based portrait blur with real depth of field
- Better low-light photos, thanks to a wider aperture pulling in more light during night shots
If true, this would mark a huge leap forward for mobile photography.
Under the Hood: The 2nm Revolution
Powering all of this is the rumored A20 Pro chip, expected to debut using TSMC’s advanced 2nm process. Early whispers suggest:
- Around 15% faster performance
- Up to 30% better power efficiency compared to the previous generation
Integrated RAM
In a bold design move, Apple may place RAM directly onto the processor wafer using Wafer-Level Multi-Chip Module (WMCM) technology. This could make Apple Intelligence features feel nearly instant while keeping heat levels impressively low.
New Colors and the Apple-Made C2 Modem
Apple may also refresh the Pro lineup’s look with three bold new finishes:
Burgundy, Coffee Brown, and Deep Purple—a clear shift away from the usual muted tones.
On the connectivity side, the iPhone 18 Pro is rumored to debut Apple’s C2 modem, potentially replacing Qualcomm entirely. This in-house 5G chip is designed to deliver stronger signals in crowded areas while improving battery life.
