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Apple is reportedly planning a major design shift with the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro, expected to feature under-display Face ID—eliminating the need for a notch or Dynamic Island. According to trusted industry sources, this marks a significant step toward Apple’s long-rumoured all-screen iPhone, which could launch as early as 2027. The iPhone 18 Pro may offer a completely uninterrupted viewing experience, signalling Apple’s intent to streamline its hardware aesthetics even further. If implemented, the feature would make Face ID technology invisible to the naked eye, housed beneath the screen. As Apple continues to innovate around display technology, the iPhone 18 Pro could serve as the bridge between current designs and the futuristic, all-glass iPhone fans have been eagerly waiting for.

Apple iPhone 18 Leaks

Before the Apple iPhone 17-series launch, Apple has already been in the headlines. But this time, not for the iPhone 17. Yes, this time Apple has been in the headlines for its iPhone 18. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the tech giant is preparing to unveil a completely all-glass iPhone with no cutouts—not even for the front camera or Face ID sensors—marking a true leap toward a seamless, all-screen future.

According to reports, Apple is preparing a special anniversary edition iPhone for 2027. This new model could potentially be their most radical design overhaul yet.

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It would mark the 20th anniversary celebration of the original iPhone and is likely to signal Apple’s most ambitious redesign since the iPhone X flagship was released in 2017.

All-Glass iPhone: What to Expect

Speculation about features like Evo touchscreen or portless bottom has been floating around but no official information has been provided concerning design, functionalities or hardware parts. Also supporting Apple’s dream for non existent buttons on its future devices is the concept of display with no bezels.

It can also be assumed that the aesthetics could serve as early hints suggesting Apple could be adopting fluidic motifs for their designs.

Face ID and selfie shooters can also take note that they may not opt for displays situated at the top frame, but rather underneath it which makes use of advanced screen sensors disagn plastered tech powered UI.

Thus far these designs seem visionary yet fuelled by speculations. Moreover, 2027 still seems distant.

iPhone 18 Pro May Feature Smaller Dynamic Island

Before moving onto more futuristic phones such as these, Apple anticipates to put into use shrunk nad expanded dynamic island within iPhone 18 pro series coming out next year. This action may bring Apple closer to eliminating visible camera cutouts from smartphones once and for all.

The last notch of the iPhone will be eliminated as Face ID is set to go under display on iPhone 18 Pro model. Instead, a tiny punch-hole camera will replace the current pill-shaped notch.

iPhone 17 Series: What’s Coming This Year?

Apple is expected to announce the launch of iPhone 17 series sometime around September of 2025 and changes to model names and lineup is expected to be:

  • iPhone 17 (base model)
  • iPhone 17 Air – likely replacing the Plus variant with a slimmer profile
  • iPhone 17 Pro
  • iPhone 17 Ultra – expected to succeed the Pro Max with high-end specs and design

These new names could allow Apple to provide additional clarity which differentiates tiers as they shift deeper in the introducion of additional design and performance levels akin to those in iPad Air and iPad Pro line up.

Final Thoughts

While speculation around Apple’s all-glass iPhones sit a couple years away, signs like shifts in IOS design planned for version 26 as well as sensor tech developments concealed suggest work is being done preparing for such jaw-dropping innovations. If plans hold true then the upcoming iPhone 2027 might just be the centerpiece that holds crown for futuristic yet minimalistic designs blended seamlessly.

As we approach Fall this year, stay updated for news surrounding release of iPhone 17 and its potentially leaked counterparts slated change maginally how we know Apple Products in years ahead.