GoKawiilApple will unveil the iPhone 18 Pro on September 9, but rumors have already leaked a lot of what to expect. And there are two standout features that I’m excited to upgrade for.
#1: Major camera improvements
Mark Gurman says iPhone 18 Pro will bring “the biggest leap in camera hardware in a while.”
Apple improves the iPhone camera system every year, so that’s a big claim—and an exciting one.
Leaker Fixed Focus Digital says the Main camera is getting a lot of changes this year, with bulkier components that will increase the thickness of the plateau. Variable aperture is a long-rumored feature that’s expected to be part of the upgrades.
But it’s not just the Main camera getting better. The Telephoto, which improved a lot last year with 4x and 8x zoom options, is set for another upgrade. It reportedly will have a wider aperture, which could make a big difference in low-light settings.
Last year I bought an iPhone Air, which I largely love, but I’ve been missing having the best camera system possible. I can’t wait to see what Apple has in store for iPhone 18 Pro.
#2: A20 Pro chip with big leaps in key areas
Apple’s flagship iPhones always have a new chip, but this year’s A20 Pro is shaping up to be especially noteworthy.
A20 Pro will be built on the same 2-nanometer process used for the M6 that was unveiled this week. And per Apple, the move to 2nm brings with it “a major leap in performance and power efficiency.”
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