Key Takeaways
1. The internal codename for the upcoming iPhone, expected for its 20th anniversary, is “Glasswing,” hinting at potential design changes.
2. The 2026 iPhone 18 Pro may feature Face ID sensors under the display, leading to a punch-hole for the FaceTime camera.
3. Apple aims for a completely bezel-less and hole-free screen by September 2027, with significant design changes anticipated.
4. There are rumors of a horizontal camera layout and a possible shift to 200-megapixel sensors for future iPhone models.
5. The design and features of the anniversary iPhone may evolve over the next few years, with ongoing speculation and leaks.
iPhone 19, iPhone 20, or even iPhone XX, similar to the iPhone X from 2017? We do not have clarity on this yet, and it’s likely that Apple hasn’t fully decided on a final name either. What seems clear is the internal codename for the new iPhone, being developed for its 20th anniversary. According to trustworthy sources like Mark Gurman from Bloomberg, it’s named “Glasswing,” which might hint at what we can expect in terms of design.
Upcoming Features
On the journey to a completely bezel-less and hole-free iPhone screen, which is expected to be unveiled in September 2027, there will likely be a transitional device released in 2026. Just a few hours ago, another reliable leaker from China pointed out that Apple is planning to place the Face ID sensors beneath the display for the 2026 iPhone 18 Pro. This change is likely to result in just a punch-hole for the FaceTime camera, possibly located in the upper left corner.
Camera Developments
Whether Apple can significantly enhance the somewhat inconsistent quality of the current under-display cameras, like the one recently featured on the Nubia Z70S Ultra, is still uncertain. After all, the company has around two years to make improvements. However, a display with no holes won’t be the only new feature for the anniversary iPhone. The bezels are also expected to vanish, thanks to an all-display design, as shown in the concept images below. With iOS 26 and its “Liquid Glass” appearance, Apple may already be laying groundwork for the “Glasswing” hardware redesign, which would undoubtedly look more appealing on a bezel-free iPhone.
Design Changes
The familiar look of the iPhone’s backside could also undergo a significant transformation, considering some scattered rumors from earlier. A horizontal camera layout has already surfaced in some leaks regarding the iPhone 17, especially those about the much-anticipated iPhone 17 Air. However, due to the limited space for the TrueDepth sensor array on the front, the upcoming triple-camera setup for the Pro models may be positioned slightly lower, as depicted in the image below.
The video additionally touches on a rumor from a few weeks back about switching to 200-megapixel sensors, which have been utilized by companies like Samsung for a while. Since Apple’s long-term supplier Sony is expected to soon introduce a larger 200-megapixel sensor, this rumor doesn’t appear too implausible. Its introduction could also happen in 2027, although nothing has been confirmed as of now. The same goes for the concept design showcased in the video below, which involves a lot of speculation, and Apple’s plans might change several times over the next couple of years.
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