The iPhone 17 series hasn’t even hit store shelves yet — sales begin tomorrow, September 19 — but that hasn’t stopped early chatter about what comes next. A new leak hints at what the iPhone 18 Pro might look like and what it could pack inside. Surprisingly, the back of the phone may bring an unexpected twist.
The tip comes from well-known Chinese leaker Digital Chat Station. According to him, the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will stick closely to the design Apple is rolling out with the 17 Pro series. That means the oversized square camera housing with three separate lenses is here to stay. Apple seems content with the new aesthetic and isn’t rushing to change it.
The interesting twist is what’s rumored for the back panel. Apple is reportedly experimenting with a semi-transparent lower section, giving users a peek at the internals. It wouldn’t be the full see-through look that Nothing has made its signature, but even a subtle transparent element would be a surprising move for Apple, which has typically favored minimal, opaque finishes.
Other details hint at a focus on performance. The phones are said to include a stainless steel vapor chamber for better cooling, which should help during heavy gaming or video recording. Screen sizes are expected to remain the same as the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max — 6.3 and 6.9 inches respectively. Hardware specifics, like the chip and camera upgrades, haven’t leaked yet, but it’s safe to expect the usual annual jump.
It’s still very early, but if Apple really does embrace a transparent design, the iPhone 18 Pro could stand out as one of the company’s more daring flagships in recent memory.
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(Source: DCS on Weibo)
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