Based on reliable sources from analysts and the supply chain, the iPhone 18 Pro is considered one of Apple's biggest changes in recent years.
An iPhone 18 Pro concept. Photo: PhoneArena
One thing worth noting is that Apple is said to be changing its iPhone release schedule. For the first time, the Pro line will be released first, while the standard versions will be pushed back to next year.
Accordingly, the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and the foldable iPhone model will appear in September 2026. The iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e will be introduced later in the spring of 2027.
This new approach shows that Apple wants to put the Pro line in the center position, where it can demonstrate the company's maximum technological power.
If you're not in a hurry to upgrade your iPhone this holiday shopping season, here are eight reasons to wait for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Design: Keep the premium, refine the details
According to initial leaks, the iPhone 18 Pro will not change much in design compared to the iPhone 17 Pro. Apple is said to continue using the square design language, a monolithic aluminum frame and a 3-camera cluster located on the "plateau".
The familiar triangular arrangement of 3 lenses is retained, representing the typical style of the Pro line in recent years.
The screen size will also remain at 6.3 inches on the Pro and 6.9 inches on the Pro Max. This shows that Apple has found the optimal size, large enough to provide a comfortable viewing experience but not too cumbersome for users.
An interesting detail from the supply chain reveals that the Ceramic Shield on the back, the area serving MagSafe charging, can be made “semi-transparent”, allowing users to see part of the inside of the device.
While it's unclear how Apple intends to show this, it's a sign that the company wants to increase recognition and create aesthetic highlights.
Dynamic Island Miniature: The Move Before Disappearance
Since Dynamic Island's introduction, Apple has made the front-facing camera area an interactive part of the interface.
But with the iPhone 18 Pro, this area will be significantly reduced. Many reports say that Apple is getting closer to moving the Face ID system under the screen to completely eliminate Dynamic Island in the future.
However, reputable sources disagree on the timing. Some believe Apple is aiming for a design that only has a hole-punch camera in the left corner of the screen.
Display analysts predict that Dynamic Island will still be around for another year, but will be significantly smaller, which could be seen as a transition between the current design and the “absolute edge-to-edge” vision of the future.
A20 Pro Chip: New power for on-device AI
The most anticipated point of the iPhone 18 Pro is the A20 Pro processor. This chip is expected to be manufactured on TSMC's 2nm process. While CPU and GPU performance may only increase slightly compared to the A19 Pro, the real difference lies in the way this chip is designed.
Apple will adopt a new packaging technology called CoWoS, which will allow the processor, memory, and Neural Engine to connect more directly.
This change is to serve the Apple Intelligence vision – an AI ecosystem that runs directly on the device instead of relying too much on the cloud.
That means the iPhone 18 Pro will not only be more powerful, but will also be smarter, more responsive, and handle many AI tasks even without the internet.
5G Modem C2: Apple gradually escapes Qualcomm
Apple has long wanted to develop its own mobile modems to reduce its dependence on Qualcomm. The iPhone 18 Pro is said to mark an important milestone by equipping it with an Apple-made C2 modem.
This modem supports mmWave 5G connectivity in the US and is capable of operating at higher speeds with more optimal power consumption.
Making your own modem isn’t just a strategy to reduce costs or optimize battery life, it’s also about taking complete control of core technology. Apple wants to have complete control over performance from chip to modem, just like they do with processors and graphics.
Samsung camera sensors: Big changes after more than a decade
One of the most notable changes is that Apple may no longer rely entirely on Sony for camera sensors. Samsung is developing a 3-layer PD-TR-Logic sensor specifically for the iPhone 18, which will provide faster data readout, reduced noise, and increased dynamic range. This is the first time Samsung could become the main sensor supplier for the iPhone.
iPhone 18 Pro Max concept video . (Source: Sam Tech)
If this comes true, the photo quality on the iPhone 18 Pro will improve significantly, especially in environments with complex lighting, such as backlit shooting or fast scene transitions.
Variable aperture lens: “DSLR quality” appears on iPhone
Apple is also said to equip a variable aperture lens for the 48MP main camera. Unlike previous iPhone models that always fixed the aperture, iPhone 18 Pro users can change the aperture depending on the situation.
When more light is needed, the camera will open the aperture to capture maximum light. When you want to take landscape photos or need a high depth of field, the aperture will close.
This flexibility brings professional-level camera control to iPhone for the first time, taking mobile photography to a new level.
5G satellite: Internet connection even when mobile signal is lost
While previous iPhone models only supported sending emergency messages via satellite, the iPhone 18 Pro is expected to do more: access Internet data via satellite.
This opens up the possibility of connectivity even in areas without mobile signal, from the open sea, mountains and forests to natural disaster areas.
If Apple succeeds in implementing it, trekking, camping or working away from coverage will no longer be an obstacle.
Camera Control Button: Simpler, More Durable
Apple will tweak the second-generation Camera Control button by removing the capacitive touch layer, retaining the force sensor to reduce manufacturing costs and reduce the risk of failure.
This does not lose functionality but makes the button more reliable and reduces warranty costs.
Based on the information available, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are not just hardware upgrades. They are a strategic shift for Apple, from design, photography, AI to connectivity.
If the iPhone 17 Pro is the perfect iPhone, then the iPhone 18 Pro could be the revolutionary iPhone .
(According to Macrumors, AppleInsider)
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