Leaked Details on Future iPhones Reveal Major Design Changes and New Sizes

Rumor Replay: Major new iPhone leaks for 2026 and beyond

This week, several major leaks have surfaced regarding upcoming iPhone models and Apple’s future plans:

1. iPhone 18 Release Schedule and Pro Design Change:

   • The base iPhone 18 will not be released in the fall of 2026 but instead in spring 2027 alongside a new iPhone 18e.
   • iPhone 18 Pro models will feature a small camera hole in the top-left corner, replacing the Dynamic Island cutout. This is seen as a precursor to a cutout-free design in 2027.

2. iPhone 17 Air Battery Case:

   • Internal tests suggest that only 60-70% of iPhone 17 Air users will be able to go a full day without charging, compared to 80-90% for other models.
   • Apple is reportedly preparing a new battery case exclusively for the iPhone 17 Air to address this issue.

3. iPhone Air 'Max' in the Works:

   • Ming-Chi Kuo revealed that a larger version of the iPhone Air, with a display size near that of the Pro Max (6.9 inches), is expected to launch in 2027 as the iPhone 19 Air.

4. WWDC Themes:

   • Mark Gurman predicts three major themes for WWDC: redesigned and more cohesive operating systems, new Apple Intelligence capabilities, and significant enhancements to iPadOS.

These leaks indicate a significant shift in Apple’s product strategy, particularly with the iPhone 18 Pro design changes and the introduction of a larger iPhone Air model. The upcoming WWDC is also expected to bring major updates across Apple's ecosystem.