iPhone 18 Pro Leaks: Expect a Major Redesign & Hidden Face ID Features

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are rumoured to launch in September 2026, potentially bringing the biggest hardware updates to the iPhone in years. Reports cited by Forbes suggest that a lower-cost iPhone 17e could launch within a month, hinting that Apple is moving to a staggered, two-season release strategy. Leaks indicate that the iPhone 18 Pro models will arrive first, followed by the standard iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2. YouTuber Jon Prosser (Front Page Tech) reports that Apple is testing significant enhancements for the iPhone 18 series, including under-display Face ID, a redesigned Dynamic Island, a variable-aperture camera, satellite-based 5G support, and new in-house chips. According to tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo (translated by Apple Hub and shared on X), the iPhone 18 may have a 6.27-inch LTPO display with 120 Hz, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to match the iPhone 17 Pro with a 6.9-inch screen. The standard iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2 will retain Dynamic Island and 120 Hz LTPO displays, with 6.3-inch and 6.5-inch screens, respectively. The iPhone 18 Pro will resemble its predecessor from the back, but the front design will see notable changes, including Face ID sensors moving under the display. Apple is reportedly developing satellite-based 5G, expanding beyond emergency SOS functions. If fully implemented, users could access basic networks even in areas without traditional coverage, though this remains a long-term project. The most noticeable changes appear on the front of the iPhone 18 Pro. The familiar pill-shaped cutout may shrink, as Apple reportedly plans to move Face ID components under the display. The selfie camera could be repositioned to the top-left corner, a shift from the centered placement used in previous models. Apple may replace the capacitive camera control button with a pressure-based mechanism, making it more reliable and easier to use, particularly for those who prefer tactile feedback. The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to feature a 6.3-inch display, while the Pro Max could come with a larger 5100mAh battery. Battery details for the standard Pro model remain unconfirmed. According to rumours, the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max may launch at Apple’s usual September 2026 event, with the standard iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2 potentially following in March 2027. Final specifications may differ.