iPhone 18 Rumors: What to Expect in 2026? (Design, Camera, Price)

iPhone 18 Leaks
2026 Early Look

🚀 30-Second Summary

• No More Dynamic Island? Rumors suggest full under-display Face ID technology.
• A20 Chip: Expected to be the first 2nm chip focused entirely on on-device AI.
• Release Date: Likely September 2026, but leaks are heating up now (Dec 2025).

Hello, Tech Lovers! This is 'Winking Hippo Tech'. The iPhone 17 has only been in our hands for a few months, and yet, the rumor mill for 2026 is already spinning out of control. It is December 2025, and industry insiders are whispering about the biggest design shift in years for the upcoming iPhone 18. Let's dive into the future.

📌 1. Design: The End of the Cutout?

For the past few years, the Dynamic Island has been the signature of the iPhone. However, 2026 might mark the end of visible sensors on the screen. Supply chain reports from Korea indicate that Apple is testing Under-Display Face ID technology for the iPhone 18 Pro models. This would finally give us the true "all-screen" experience we've been dreaming of.

🧮 Hippo's Prediction

Moving the sensors under the display is incredibly difficult. While the Pro models might get this feature, the standard iPhone 18 will likely stick with the Dynamic Island to differentiate the tiers.

👉 Verdict: High chance for Pro / Low for Standard.

📊 2. Specs Comparison (Rumored)

How much better can it get? Here is a comparison between the current flagship and the expected 2026 specs.

Feature	iPhone 17 Pro (Current)	iPhone 18 Pro (Expected)
Processor	A19 Pro (3nm)	A20 (2nm)
Display	Dynamic Island	Under-Display Face ID
Main Camera	48MP	48MP (New Sensor)

*Based on leaks as of Dec 2025.

📢 3. Key Upgrades to Watch

• ✅ A20 Chipset: The shift to a 2nm process means significant battery life improvements and cooler running temperatures for gaming.
• ✅ AI Integration: With iOS 20 (coming in 2026), the iPhone 18 will likely be the first "AI-Native" hardware built from the ground up for generative tasks.
• ⚠️ Price Hike: New screen technology usually means a higher price tag. Expect a $100 increase for Pro models.

❓ FAQ

Q. When will the iPhone 18 come out?

A. If Apple follows its tradition, expect the announcement in the second week of September 2026.

Q. Should I buy the 17 now or wait for the 18?

A. Since we are in late 2025, the iPhone 17 is still very new. Unless you need the under-display camera, the iPhone 17 is a fantastic device to buy now.

📝 Final Thoughts

2026 promises to be a landmark year for Apple design. We will keep tracking the rumors right here. What feature do you want most? Let me know in the comments!

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