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Last Updated:May 06, 2025, 07:20 IST
iPhone 18 launch is still a few years away but Apple has big foldable plans and that could force the company to make some changes.
The iPhone 18 launch in 2026 could have some big surprises.
Apple is busy working on the iPhone 17 series for this year which is likely to include the first-ever iPhone Air model. But the company is already planning for the 2026-2027 lineup which might have a few surprises. Reports this week suggest Apple will finally introduce the foldable model next year, while changing the launch timelines for the regular iPhone 18 models.
Yes, the report by The Information claims Apple could plan a big September 2026 launch for the iPhone 18 Pro models, while pushing the iPhone 18 and 18e launch to Spring 2027.
iPhone 18 Launch Plans: Big Changes Coming?
The report says the iPhone 18 Pro series, the 18 Air and the iPhone foldable will be unveiled at the Fall event in September 2026. However, the iPhone 18 and 18e models will get another launch event but that will happen in Spring 2027 which is usually around the March-April period.
It is even pointed out that Apple’s gradual shift from China to India will get the company to start manufacturing trials for the base iPhone 18 and 18e models in the country. So why could Apple make such a drastic change to its launch timeline, the answer is the foldable phone from the company.
The iPhone 18 series is expected to carry a lot of design changes, but the foldable will surely have Apple fixated on making the product a success. And having a staggered timeline for the new iPhones will not only help with the product marketing but also clear up the space for the production units.
It is intriguing to see reports already highlighting the details about the iPhone 18 series launch, especially with regards to Apple’s first foldable in the market.
Having said that, the excitement around the iPhone 17 Air this year is equally critical, and we are eager to see how the company plans to manage the thin design with a smaller battery to justify that premium tag.
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