Apple is set to unveil its iPhone 18 series in September 2026, continuing its tradition of fall product launches.

This redesign is part of Apple's long-term vision, aiming for a fully edge-to-edge screen experience by 2027, coinciding with the iPhone's 20th anniversary.

The iPhone 18 Pro is also expected to include Apple's next-generation C2 modem, enhancing 5G capabilities and reducing reliance on Qualcomm.

This redesign aims for a true edge-to-edge display, although it remains uncertain how the existing Dynamic Island feature will adapt, if at all.

If confirmed, these features would represent one of the most significant design changes to the iPhone in recent years, moving towards a fully uninterrupted display.

The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models are rumored to feature under-screen Face ID technology, promising a sleeker design by eliminating the traditional notch.

Analyst Ross Young has lent credibility to the reports of under-screen Face ID, indicating a shift in Apple's design philosophy.

In addition to the Face ID innovation, the iPhone 18 Pro is expected to incorporate a variable aperture in its main camera, enhancing photography capabilities in various lighting conditions.

Samsung is reportedly developing a new three-layer stacked image sensor for the iPhone 18, which could improve dynamic range and low-light performance, marking a departure from Sony's previous dominance as a supplier.

The design changes may include a new camera placement in the upper left corner, challenging current design norms and potentially extending the Dynamic Island UI to maintain visual balance.

Alongside hardware updates, iOS 18 is anticipated to introduce Apple Intelligence, enhancing Siri and photo editing while prioritizing user privacy.

Powering the iPhone 18 models will be the new A20 Pro chip, manufactured using TSMC's third-generation 3nm process, which will optimize performance for AI tasks.