Apple iPhone 18 Pro: Render video reveals all new features in three colors - Notebookcheck
January 17, 2026 at 12:10 PM
Fresh renders from John Prosser and Asher Dipprey preview what Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max could bring in 2026: a punch-hole display, under-display Face ID, refined design, and bold new colors.
Key takeaways
- Lineup shift: For 2026, Apple is expected to launch only the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max alongside the first iPhone Fold. Standard iPhone 18 models are reportedly planned for 2027.
- Display and sensors: The Pro models adopt an Android-style punch-hole while moving Face ID sensors beneath the screen. Dynamic Island remains but sits within a smaller left-side cutout.
- Colors on test: Apple is evaluating three striking finishes—burgundy red, brown, and purple—though the final palette isn’t locked.
- Performance and connectivity: A next-gen 2nm Apple A20 chip is anticipated, paired with a new in-house Apple C2 modem to replace Qualcomm parts.
- Rumored extras: 5G via satellite (beyond emergency SOS) and a variable-aperture main camera aimed at advanced shooters are in discussion but not confirmed.
iPhone Fold contrast
Leaks suggest the Fold may feature Touch ID and a punch-hole FaceTime camera on both displays, reinforcing a clear separation between Fold and Pro lines in 2026.
Credited sources and context
These visuals and details stem from Prosser’s FPT video and recent prototype reports. Specifications and features may change before Apple’s expected September 2026 unveiling.