The iPhone 18 is coming soon. Yes, Apple skipped it at its September launch event, but rumours suggest the company has not abandoned its standard iPhone.
Instead, it could bring the phone to market a few months later. The current buzz is that Apple is planning a spring 2027 launch, alongside the next-generation iPhone Air and the more affordable iPhone 18e.But why is Apple launching the iPhone 18 several months after introducing the iPhone 18 Pro lineup?
Unlike previous years, Apple is reportedly splitting its launch schedule, saving its more affordable models for early next year. This strategy could also help Apple focus on its flagship lineup first before turning its attention to the standard models.
The iPhone 18, iPhone 18e and iPhone Air 2 are all tipped to arrive around March or April 2027.So, what is the exact launch date? What will the new standard iPhone bring to the table, and what price can we expect in India?
Let's take a look at everything we know about the upcoming iPhone so far.iPhone 18 expected India priceThe iPhone 18's India price has not been confirmed, but reports suggest Apple could price it at around Rs 99,900. The iPhone 17 launched in India at Rs 79,900, although its official price has since increased to Rs 99,900 amid rising component costs.
Apple could consider a similar price point for its successor, particularly as memory prices continue to rise. iPhone 18 expected design and displayNow, coming to what we can expect from the phone, Apple may not make major changes to the iPhone 18's overall design. Leaks suggest it will retain a 6.3-inch display, although a smaller Dynamic Island could be one of the changes, bringing the standard model closer to the Pro lineup.
There are also rumours of a redesigned rear camera module. A dummy unit shared by tipster Majin Bu shows a burgundy-coloured phone with two vertically aligned cameras housed inside a horizontal bar stretching across the upper part of the rear panel.
The design also appears to show MagSafe magnets within an etched plate.There are also rumours that the iPhone 18 could arrive in silver, pink and dark blue.The iPhone 17 introduced a 120Hz ProMotion display to Apple's standard iPhone lineup, and we expect the iPhone 18 to retain the same feature.iPhone 18 expected specifications and camera upgradesUnder the hood, the iPhone 18 is tipped to run on Apple's A20 chip, reportedly built using a 2-nanometre manufacturing process. Compared with the A19 chip's 3nm process, this could improve performance and power efficiency.
When it comes to memory, reports are conflicting. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has suggested 9GB of RAM, while Jeff Pu has pointed to 12GB.
If Apple increases the RAM, it could help the iPhone 18 handle demanding on-device Apple Intelligence features more smoothly. However, the final memory configuration remains uncertain.Other rumoured specifications include Apple's C2 modem, iOS 27 and an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.For photography, the iPhone 18 could feature a 48-megapixel main camera and a 48-megapixel ultra-wide camera.
An 18-megapixel front camera is also mentioned in leaks. iPhone 18 launch timelineApple introduced the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in September 2026, alongside its foldable iPhone Duo, which is now available to buy. The standard iPhone 18, however, was absent from the launch event.The company is now expected to introduce the standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18e and iPhone Air 2 in spring 2027, potentially between March and April.
If these reports are accurate, the iPhone 17 will remain Apple's standard iPhone for around 18 months before its successor arrives.Do note that all these details are based on industry analysts' predictions and leaks. Apple has not confirmed the launch date, pricing or specifications of the standard iPhone 18.
The final product could bring different features or design changes when it eventually launches.- Ends