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ABP Live Leaks Before Launch | Is iPhone 18 Pro & Pro Max Design Staying The Same? Apple Leak Hints At What’s Coming

Apple may keep the iPhone 18 Pro design similar to current models, focusing instead on A20 chip speed, cooling improvements and a new variable aperture camera for better photo control.

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iPhone 18 Leaks: Apple’s next iPhone generation may not bring a big visual makeover. New leak reports suggest the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will look largely similar to the current models when they launch in September. The reason is simple: the iPhone 17 lineup is said to be performing very well, so Apple does not feel pressure to redesign everything again. 

However, small changes are still expected, especially around performance and cameras. That means users may get better hardware inside, even if the outside looks mostly familiar this year.

iPhone 18 Pro Design Leak Points To Minor Visual Changes

According to a new leak shared on Weibo by a tipster known as Fixed Focus Digital, Apple is planning only limited design changes for the iPhone 18 series. 

The report claims the current generation has been successful enough that Apple is comfortable continuing with a similar look. This follows Apple’s usual pattern. The company often keeps the same design for more than one generation and focuses instead on internal upgrades.

The biggest expected improvement is in the new A20 and A20 Pro chips. These processors are rumored to be the most important upgrade in the iPhone 18 Pro models. Faster performance, better efficiency, and improved AI processing are expected. 

Some reports also say that cooling upgrades introduced in recent Pro models could expand to more devices in the lineup. Color options, however, are likely to change, since Apple refreshes finishes almost every year.

There are also mixed rumors about whether Apple will keep or remove the two-tone back design seen in recent Pro models. That decision may depend on the materials Apple continues to use.

iPhone 18 Camera Upgrade May Bring Variable Aperture

Even if the outer design stays close to current models, camera hardware could see greater improvements. Leaks suggest Apple is testing a variable-aperture main camera for the iPhone 18 Pro range. 

This feature allows the lens opening to change size depending on the lighting and depth of field needs. In simple terms, it helps control brightness and background blur more precisely.

Some rival smartphones already offer this, but Apple has not used it yet. If added, it would give photographers more flexibility in different lighting conditions. 

A new telephoto camera is also rumored. It may not have a variable aperture, but it could feature a wider opening to capture more light, which helps in low-light zoom shots and reduces image noise.

Overall, the iPhone 18 series looks like a performance and camera upgrade year rather than a major redesign cycle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the iPhone 18 have a new design?

The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to look largely similar to current models, with Apple focusing on internal upgrades rather than a major visual overhaul.

What are the expected performance upgrades for the iPhone 18?

The biggest expected improvement is in the new A20 and A20 Pro chips, promising faster performance, better efficiency, and improved AI processing.

Will the iPhone 18 cameras be improved?

Yes, leaks suggest a variable-aperture main camera for the iPhone 18 Pro range, offering more control over brightness and background blur, and a new telephoto camera with a wider opening.

About the author Annie Sharma

Annie Sharma is a technology journalist at ABP Live English, focused on breaking down complex tech stories into clear, reader-friendly narratives. Gaining hands-on experience in digital storytelling and news writing with leading publications, Annie believes technology should feel accessible rather than overwhelming, and follows a clear, reader-first approach in her work.

For tips and queries, you can reach out to her at annies@abpnetwork.com.

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