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iPhone 18 Pro Leaks Reveal A20 Chip, Smaller Dynamic Island

Published 5 May 2026

Leaks indicate that Apple plans several upgrades for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, expected to launch in September 2026. The devices will feature a smaller Dynamic Island display cutout, an advanced A20 Pro chip, enhanced cameras, improved battery life, a simplified Camera Control button, and Apple's in-house C2 modem.

The iPhone 18 Pro models will retain the same screen sizes and overall dimensions as their iPhone 17 Pro predecessors. However, the front design will see a refined Dynamic Island, reportedly reduced in size by about 25 percent compared to current models. Leaks from case manufacturers and prototype images suggest this change results from relocating some Face ID components, such as the flood illuminator, beneath the display. This would minimize the visible punch-hole area while maintaining functionality for notifications and interactive features introduced with the iPhone 14 Pro.

On the rear, Apple aims to unify the aluminum and glass materials for a seamless appearance, eliminating the two-tone look of prior models. The company is testing multiple new color options, though specifics remain unconfirmed.

Performance will advance with the A20 Pro chip, built...

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