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iPhone 18 Pro Max Key Features Leaked; iPhone 18 Series May Launch in Phases

iPhone 18 Pro Max Key Features Leaked; iPhone 18 Series May Launch in Phases

Apple reportedly plans to launch the iPhone 18 Pro series, the next-gen ultra-thin Air model, and the Fold foldable iPhone in September 2026.

Written by Sucharita Ganguly, Edited by Ketan Pratap | Updated: 27 October 2025 17:03 IST

iPhone 18 Pro Max Key Features Leaked; iPhone 18 Series May Launch in Phases

iPhone 17 Pro Max (pictured) was launched alongside iPhone 17 and iPhone Air in September

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Highlights

Apple may use TSMC's 2nm process for the upcoming A20 chip
The A20 chip could power the iPhone Fold and iPhone 18 Pro models
The Pro models may get screens with HIAA (Hole-in-Active-Area) technology

Apple's iPhone 17 series, alongside the iPhone Air handset, was introduced globally in September. Rumours about the upcoming iPhone 18 lineup have surfaced online over the past few weeks. A new leak has hinted at key upgrades we could see on the iPhone 18 Pro Max and the launch timeline for the iPhone 18 lineup. The Cupertino-based tech giant is also expected to introduce the next-gen iPhone 18 and the company's first-ever foldable smartphone with the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18 Pro models.

iPhone 18 Pro Max Key Features Leaked, Series Launch May Be Staggered

According to a Weibo post by tipster Digital Chat Station (translated from Chinese), iPhone 18 Pro series handsets will feature an upgraded form factor. The tipster added that the iPhone 18 Pro will support variable aperture, and its 48-megapixel periscope telephoto shooter will have a larger aperture.

Apple reportedly plans to launch the iPhone 18 Pro series —the next generation of the ultra-thin Air model —and the Fold foldable iPhone in September 2026, the tipster added. The standard iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e models, expected to succeed the iPhone 17 and iPhone 16e, are expected to follow in the first half of 2027.

iPhone Fold, iPhone 18 Series Tipped to Launch With Apple's First 2nm Chips

An older report suggested that Apple is planning a staggered launch for the iPhone 18 series. The iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and Air models could debut in fall 2026, while the standard iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e may follow in spring 2027, marking a shift from Apple's usual simultaneous iPhone launches.

The iPhone 18 Pro series is expected to retain the same triple rear camera setup as the iPhone 17 Pro models. However, Apple may introduce a slightly transparent back panel, possibly revealing elements like the MagSafe charging coils. The phones are also tipped to feature a stainless-steel vapour chamber cooling system, as the preceding iPhone 17 Pro and the iPhone 17 Pro Max, respectively.

Reports about the iPhone 18 series suggest mixed possibilities for Apple's next design evolution. Some leaks claim that the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max will feature 6.27-inch and 6.86-inch LTPO OLED panels with 1.5K resolution and adopt HIAA (Hole-in-Active-Area) technology. This would allow Face ID sensors to sit beneath the display, leaving only the selfie camera visible for a near full-screen look.

Apple Might Be Working on Three New Smartphones Including an iPhone Flip

However, another leak offers a different view, suggesting that Apple will only shrink the Dynamic Island rather than remove it entirely. The iPhone 18 lineup may retain a narrower version of the cutout, continuing the design seen since the iPhone 14 Pro series, with only the iPhone 16e still lacking the feature.

Apple is expected to use TSMC's second-generation 2nm (N2) process for its upcoming A20 chip, debuting in 2026 with the iPhone 18 Pro, 18 Pro Max, and the foldable iPhone 18 Fold. The smaller 2nm chip is said to improve power efficiency and thermal performance, thanks to a new Wafer-Level Multi-Chip Module (WMCM) design that integrates the SoC and DRAM more closely while reducing power consumption for Apple Intelligence tasks.

Apple iPhone 16e

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Light and compact design
Powerful Apple A18 SoC
Customisable Action Button
Good battery life

Bad
Low light camera performance is below average
Available in just two basic finishes
Large display notch with thick borders
60Hz refresh rate display
Slow wireless and wired charging

Read detailed Apple iPhone 16e review

Display 6.10-inch

Processor Apple A18

Front Camera 12-megapixel

Rear Camera 48-megapixel

RAM 8GB

Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB

OS iOS 18

Resolution 1170x2532 pixels

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iPhone Air

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Incredibly lightweight and super thin
Stunning display
Solid performance
Good primary and selfie cameras

Bad
A single-camera sensor at the back
Slow charging
Battery life could have been better
Mono speaker leaves much to be desired
Expensive

Read detailed Apple iPhone Air review

Display 6.50-inch

Processor Apple A19 Pro

Front Camera 18-megapixel

Rear Camera 48-megapixel

RAM 12GB

Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB

OS iOS 26

Resolution 1260x2736 pixels

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iPhone 17

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Transformative and brighter ProMotion display
Powerful performance
Meaningful camera upgrades
More value-for-money
Great battery life

Bad
iOS 26 has glitches
Ineffective anti-reflective coating

Display 6.30-inch

Processor Apple A19

Front Camera 18-megapixel

Rear Camera 48-megapixel + 48-megapixel

RAM 8GB

Storage 256GB, 512GB

OS iOS 26

Resolution 1206x2622 pixels

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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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Sucharita is a writer with Gadgets 360 and is mostly found playing with her cat in her free time. She has previously worked at breaking news desks across organizations. Powered by coffee, The Beatles, Bowie, and her newfound love for BTS, she aims to work towards contributing to a better media environment for women and queer folk. More