iPhone 18: specs and release date
Apple will update its base iPhone lineup in the spring. According to preliminary information, the iPhone 18 may get several changes that won’t significantly affect its appearance but could change how the device feels in everyday use.
Larger battery
Apple may fit the iPhone 18 with a higher-capacity battery than its predecessor. Exact figures have not been released, so it’s too early to say how much longer it will last. For reference, the rated capacity of the European iPhone 17’s battery is 3,692 mAh.
New A20 processor
Another key change could be the switch to Apple’s A20 processor. The chip is expected to be manufactured using TSMC’s 2 nm process. This could improve performance and reduce power consumption.
No major changes to the display or cameras
In terms of design, the base iPhone 18 is expected to be similar to the previous model. It is expected to retain a 6.3-inch OLED display with a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz and a Dynamic Island cutout.
According to preliminary information, the phone will retain its main and ultra-wide cameras, each of which may have a resolution of 48 MP.
Release date and price
The iPhone 18’s price remains a matter of speculation. The insider Digital Chat Station suggests that the phone could become more expensive.
According to preliminary information, the base iPhone 18 may be unveiled in spring 2027, six months after the fall 2026 announcement of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. It may be unveiled alongside the iPhone 18e and the second generation of the iPhone Air.
