iPhone 18 Pro Leaks (2026): New Renders, A20 Chip, and What to Expect This September
It’s officially 2026, and while the iPhone 17 series is still fresh in our pockets, the tech world is already looking ahead to September.
Recently, top tech leakers on X (formerly Twitter) have shared new renders of the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro. If these leaks are accurate, Apple is preparing for a major design refinement rather than a complete overhaul, focusing on perfecting the "all-screen" experience.
Here are the three massive updates expected to drop later this year.
1.Design: The "Slimmer" Dynamic Island
According to reliable Twitter leakers like Ice Universe, the iPhone 18 Pro will not completely remove the Dynamic Island yet, but it will be significantly smaller.
The Leak: Schematics show the cutout width shrinking by approximately 35%.
The Tech: This is made possible by moving the infrared (IR) Face ID sensors under the display for the first time. The result? More screen real estate and a cleaner, less intrusive status bar.
Note: While some concept renders show a single hole-punch design, the most credible supply chain sources suggest a tighter, smaller pill shape for the 2026 models.
2. Performance: The 2nm Era Begins (A20 Chip)
The biggest upgrade might be invisible to the naked eye. The iPhone 18 Pro is widely expected to debut the A20 Pro chip, manufactured on TSMC’s cutting-edge 2nm process.
Why it matters: 2nm technology isn't just a number. It offers a massive leap in transistor density.
Real-world impact: Expect roughly 15% faster speeds and, more importantly, 30% better power efficiency. For heavy users and mobile gamers, this means the iPhone 18 could finally solve the "all-day battery" anxiety, even with heavy AI usage.
3. Camera: Variable Aperture Returns
Photography is getting a "mechanical" upgrade. Leaks suggest the iPhone 18 Pro main camera will feature a Variable Aperture lens.
Unlike fixed lenses, this allows the camera to physically open and close (likely between f/1.5 and f/2.4).
Natural Bokeh: Get real depth of field in portraits, not just software-generated blur.
Sharper Macros: Stop down the aperture to get more of a close-up object in focus.
Final Thoughts
We are roughly 8 months away from the official Keynote in September 2026. The iPhone 18 Pro is shaping up to be a "refinement monster"—taking the best of the iPhone 17 and pushing the physics of screen and chip technology to the limit.
As more renders and supply chain reports emerge in the coming months, we will keep this story updated.
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