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iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro to Feature Redesigned Dynamic Island With Smaller Notch: Report

iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro to Feature Redesigned Dynamic Island With Smaller Notch: Report

The use of under-display infrared sensors may allow Apple to eliminate the pill-shaped notch or reduce its dimensions.

Written by Shaurya Tomer, Edited by Ketan Pratap | Updated: 25 February 2026 09:48 IST

iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro to Feature Redesigned Dynamic Island With Smaller Notch: Report

Apple has reduced the size of the Dynamic Island in successive iPhone lineups since its introduction

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Highlights

Apple could debut the iPhone 18 series in September
iPhone 18 Pro models are reported to feature smaller Dynamic Island
Under-display infrared sensors may enable the reduced notch size

The iPhone 18 series is rumoured to be unveiled at Apple's September event, headlined by the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. According to a report, both purported handsets could feature several quality-of-life upgrades, including a redesigned Dynamic Island. The Cupertino-based tech giant will reportedly equip the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max with a smaller notch compared to the current iPhone 17 Pro lineup.

Smaller Dynamic Island on iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max

According to a report by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is planning a redesigned Dynamic Island for the iPhone 18 Pro models. It is expected to be smaller in size than the unit on the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max.

The tech giant, notably, introduced the Dynamic Island in September 2022 with the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max, replacing the traditional wide notch on previous models. It is a centred pill-shaped cutout at the top of the display, which houses all of the Face ID sensors and the selfie camera. Apart from this, the Dynamic Island also supports features such as Live Activities for alerts, notifications, and real-time tracking of deliveries, flights, and timers.

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While the iPhone maker has shrunk the size of the Dynamic Island in subsequent previous iPhone generations, the decrease has been iterative and not substantial.

Gurman's claims support previous reports, which stated that Apple could reduce the dynamic island notch from 20.7mm on the iPhone 17 Pro models to 13.49mm on the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. This translates to a reduction of approximately 35 percent.

There is speculation about the iPhone 18 lineup packing under-display infrared sensors, possibly for biometric authentication, which would allow Apple to eliminate the pill-shaped notch or reduce its dimensions.

Consequently, the iPhone 18 series may only feature a small dynamic island along with the selfie camera, while the Face ID tech remains beneath the display. However, not all Face ID components are expected to sit under a transparent area. Per reports, this design could remain in place through 2026 and 2027.

iPhone 17 Pro

KEY SPECS
NEWS

Display 6.30-inch

Processor Apple A19 Pro

Front Camera 18-megapixel

Rear Camera 48-megapixel + 48-megapixel + 48-megapixel

RAM 12GB

Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB

OS iOS 26

Resolution 1206x2622 pixels

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iPhone 17 Pro Max

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
The boldest redesign since the iPhone X
Bright and stunning display
A19 Pro under the hood guarantees excellent performance
Massive camera upgrade
Video quality gets a much-needed bump
Centre Stage camera at the front changes selfie game on iPhones forever
Improved charging speed

Bad
Aluminium body picks up scratches
Expensive
Heavier than the 16 Pro Max

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Display 6.90-inch

Processor Apple A19 Pro

Front Camera 18-megapixel

Rear Camera 48-megapixel + 48-megapixel + 48-megapixel

RAM 12GB

Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB

OS iOS 26

Resolution 1320x2868 pixels

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Shaurya Tomer is a Sub Editor at Gadgets 360 with 2 years of experience across a diverse spectrum of topics. With a particular focus on smartphones, gadgets and the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), he often likes to explore the industry's intricacies and innovations – whether dissecting the latest smartphone release or exploring the ethical implications of AI advancements. In his free time, he often embarks on impromptu road trips to unwind, recharge, and ...More