iPhone 18 rumours: Release date, design, and what to expect from Apple's next

Apple's next-generation iPhone lineup could bring under-display Face ID, new colours, and a 24MP selfie camera, say new rumours, but the base model might not launch until 2027

- Husain Rizvi [e-mail]

After shaking things up with the iPhone 17 — giving the basic model a long-awaited 120Hz display and introducing the ultra-slim iPhone Air — Apple looks set for another interesting year.

The iPhone 18 family is already generating buzz, even though it's not expected to hit shelves until late 2026.

So, what's next for Apple's flagship? Here's a roundup of everything we know so far from all the leaks and rumours:

Apple's annual September iPhone launch has been almost a ritual for more than a decade — except in 2020, when the pandemic pushed things back to October. However, according to Korean publication ETNews, that tradition may soon change.

The iPhone 18 Pro models and the rumoured iPhone Fold are expected to launch in September 2026. However, the standard iPhone 18 may not arrive until Spring 2027, reportedly alongside a new iPhone 18e.