iPhone Air 2 and iPhone 18 designs revealed in photos
According to the leak, Apple is preparing a more substantial update for the slim Air 2, while the base iPhone 18 model will retain its predecessor’s design.
Photos of mockups of the iPhone Air 2 and iPhone 18 have appeared on the Chinese social network Weibo. The CNC-milled metal blanks show the camera layout and rear-panel features of the upcoming devices.
iPhone Air 2
The biggest change is visible on the iPhone Air 2 mockup. Instead of a single camera module, as on the first generation, it has two camera openings. They are arranged horizontally within a raised platform at the top of the body. Additional cutouts for the flash and microphone are also visible nearby.
The main 48-megapixel sensor is expected to be joined by an ultra-wide module with the same resolution. This will allow users to capture not only standard shots but also wider scenes without digital zoom. The change is especially important for the slim model: Apple could eliminate one of the Air’s most obvious differences from more expensive smartphones without abandoning the lightweight-body concept.
iPhone 18
The regular iPhone 18 mockup is a different story. Its rear panel closely resembles its predecessor’s: the two cameras are arranged vertically, and their design shows no noticeable changes.
The exterior similarities do not mean there will be no hardware upgrades. Apple may focus on the processor, battery life and other internal components, while keeping the design already familiar to buyers.
When the smartphones will be released
According to preliminary information, both new models could launch in spring 2027. However, the published mockups do not confirm the final design. Accessory makers often receive preliminary device dimensions well before the official unveiling.
