According to recent leaks, Apple is getting ready to reveal its next generation of flagship smartphones later this year. While some of the focus has been on the long-rumored foldable iPhone, the iPhone 18 Pro line may bring a number of significant improvements in terms of design, performance, and battery life.
Here’s a closer look at the rumors around Apple’s next high-end phones
Increased color options
The addition of new finishes could be one of the most obvious modifications. Apple had more freedom to create richer and more unique colors after switching from aluminum to titanium in their most recent Pro models.
A Weibo-based tipster claimed in a post that Apple is thinking of releasing the iPhone 18 Pro in three more colorways: burgundy, purple, and brown. If correct, this would be among the Pro model’s most diverse color schemes.
Strangely, the same source says that although though black has historically been one of the most popular colors among consumers, it might once again be left out of the lineup. These specifics are still susceptible to change, just like any other early leak.
A Dynamic Island that is smaller
The Dynamic Island is the subject of yet another possible design change. Since its introduction in 2022 with the iPhone 14 Pro, the pill-shaped cutout has mostly remained the same size in later versions, despite the fact that bezels have been getting smaller.
However, Apple is reportedly shrinking a little this year. According to reports, the move would enable the modification by moving some Face ID components behind the screen. Recent rumors imply that the Dynamic Island will continue, albeit in a more compact version, despite earlier conjecture that Apple might switch to a hole-punch design.
Focus on camera upgrades
There will also likely be a significant emphasis on photography advancements.
According to one rumor, both Pro models might have an improved telephoto lens with an aperture wider than the f/2.8 model currently in use. More light might enter the sensor through a wider aperture, which could enhance depth effects and low-light performance.
Furthermore, Apple is allegedly investigating a variable aperture technology for the iPhone 18 Pro Max’s primary camera. If put into practice, this would give users more creative control over depth of field in bright lighting without depending entirely on software processing.
The next-generation modem from Apple
The iPhone 18 series may potentially signal a broader adoption of Apple’s own modem technology. Although the company has previously released its own modem chips in a few models, their restricted mmWave 5G compatibility has prevented wider deployment.
With the projected C2 modem, which will power all iPhone 18 versions, that might alter. In addition to meeting speedier communication requirements, Apple’s own modem is reportedly more energy-efficient, which might extend battery life.
The C2 chip may potentially be able to increase satellite capabilities, enabling complete data access in places where standard mobile coverage is not available. Emergency services and text-based communication are now the main uses of satellite connectivity on iPhones.
The 2nm process and the A20 Pro chip
There will also be improvements in performance. Most people anticipate that Apple will release the iPhone 18 Pro models with its new A20 Pro chip.
For the first time, the processor is expected to be constructed using a 2-nanometer manufacturing technique, which might result in significant gains in performance and power efficiency. In addition, Apple might release a new networking chip, which is still unknown but is speculatively known as the N2.
A little bigger battery
According to reports, battery capacity will also rise, at least for the larger model. According to early sources, the iPhone 18 Pro Max may have a battery capacity of about 5,200mAh, which is more than the 5,088mAh of its predecessor.
Even if the numerical jump seems small, capacity is not the only factor that determines overall endurance. The new modem and processor’s efficiency improvements may be just as significant in expanding practical use.
