Khaberni - Next year's iPhone 18 series will introduce a new foldable option, but the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max models are expected to be the most popular.
It is expected that the iPhone 18 Pro will come with six completely new features in 2026, according to a report by "9to5Mac", a technology news website, which was reviewed by "Arabiya Business".
1- Redesigned Design
It is expected that both iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max will retain the basic sizes and designs of this year's models. However, there are three noteworthy changes that will modernize the design:
A smaller dynamic island.
A uniform appearance for the back.
New color options.
The dynamic island will become smaller due to the relocation of the "Face ID" components under the screen, allowing for the smallest notch in years.
The dual-tone back design in the iPhone 17 Pro has sparked widespread controversy. To address this issue, Apple plans to better blend the colors of the aluminum and glass areas to achieve a unified appearance.
Rumors about the iPhone 18 Pro colors indicate that Apple is testing shades of brown, purple, and maroon. However, it is still too early to know the final colors, but it seems that the bold colors in the iPhone 17 Pro have been successful.
2- "A20 Pro" Chip
Each year, the iPhone gets a completely new chip. The "A20 Pro" chip in the iPhone 18 Pro is expected to be a major leap forward. This will be Apple's first chip to be manufactured using 2-nanometer technology, and it will also utilize "WMCM" packaging technology, an advanced type of electronic chip packaging that improves performance.
These two features are expected to lead to significant improvements compared to this year’s "A19 Pro" chip, making the iPhone 18 Pro superior in performance, efficiency, and AI tasks.
3- Camera with Variable Aperture
Camera enhancements have always been one of Apple's major upgrades for new iPhones. The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to feature a main camera with variable aperture that allows greater control over depth of field in photos.
Other upgrades are expected in the iPhone 18 Pro camera, but the variable aperture feature is one of the most prominent rumors so far.
4- Longer Battery Life Than Ever Before
Both iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max offer the largest batteries in iPhones to date, and they have been very successful. It appears that Apple will continue to meet user demands by increasing the battery capacity again.
Reliable leaks indicate that the iPhone 18 Pro Max will be thicker and heavier than its predecessor. It is almost certain that this is to accommodate a larger battery. The smaller iPhone 18 Pro model has not been specifically mentioned.
However, initial rumors about the iPhone 17 Pro suggested that only the Pro Max model would receive a larger battery, but Apple surprised everyone by offering similar upgrades to both Pro models. Therefore, it is likely that both iPhone 18 Pro models will see battery upgrades.
5- Camera Control 2.0
The camera control feature first appeared on the iPhone 16 as a dedicated camera button. This feature offered a variety of touch gestures to control zooming, color grading, and more. However, many users found it too complicated and impractical for more than just a simple button.
Reports indicate that Apple is updating the camera control feature in the iPhone 18 series with a simpler set of features, removing the touch components, and possibly other changes to provide a more user-friendly experience.
6- C2 Modem
After years of development, Apple has officially begun replacing Qualcomm's cellular modems with its own internal solutions. The "C1" Apple modem debuted in the "iPhone 16e", followed by "C1X" in the slim iPhone Air.
Now, the "C2" modem is expected to be introduced in the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max. Apple's fifth-generation modems have proven to be highly efficient, providing significant improvements in efficiency and battery life compared to Qualcomm alternatives.
The "C2" modem is expected to build on the solid foundation of Apple's "C1" modems upon its launch in the iPhone 18 Pro.
