iPhone 18 Display Leaks: Pro and Air Models Poised for Striking Design Differences
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A new report suggests upcoming iPhone 18 models will feature significantly altered displays, potentially marking the first time Apple differentiates screen designs between its Pro and Air lines. Initial shipments of the next generation of iPhones, following the expected iPhone 17e this spring, are anticipated in September.
The latest information, originating from Digital Chat Station on Weibo – a frequent source of Apple leaks – details specifications for four future phones: the iPhone 18, the second-generation iPhone Air, the iPhone 18 Pro, and the iPhone 18 Pro Max. While the iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2 are expected to maintain similar display characteristics to their predecessors, the Pro models are hinting at a substantial shift.
iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2: Evolutionary Updates
According to the leak, the standard iPhone 18 will sport a 6.27-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and retain the Dynamic Island feature – mirroring the specifications of the iPhone 17. Similarly, the anticipated second-generation iPhone Air is projected to feature a 6.55-inch 120Hz screen, also consistent with the current iPhone Air.
However, it’s important to note that these phones aren’t slated to arrive until spring 2027, alongside the iPhone 18e. As one analyst pointed out, this extended timeline provides Apple ample opportunity to revise these specifications.
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max: A New Display Era?
The most intriguing details center around the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. While screen sizes and refresh rates – 6.27-inch and 6.86-inch at 120Hz, respectively – are expected to remain unchanged from the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, the report introduces the concept of a “new under-display area.”
This departure from mentioning the Dynamic Island has fueled speculation about its future. Rumors suggest the Dynamic Island could be reduced in size, potentially maintaining a similar pill shape, or replaced entirely with a hole-punch camera positioned in the top-left corner of the display, as reported by 9to5Mac.
If realized, this would represent the first time Apple offers distinct display designs across its iPhone Pro and Air models. The shift could also pave the way for the long-awaited implementation of an under-display camera on future iPhones. One observer suggests the iPhone Air, positioned as a premium device, might adopt the same display technology as the Pro models.
With more details expected to emerge, the coming months promise further insight into Apple’s plans for its next-generation iPhones. For now, the prospect of a redesigned display experience, particularly on the Pro models, is generating considerable excitement among Apple enthusiasts.
