iPhone 18 key specifications, price hike tipped; expected to launch with iPhone Air 2 and iPhone 18e

Apple is preparing another iPhone launch for early next year, following its unusual release schedule in 2026. In September, the company introduced the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and its first foldable, the iPhone Duo, instead of the standard iPhone 18. Now, a new leak has revealed what to expect from the remaining models, including their launch timeframe.

iPhone 18 key specifications tipped

According to DCS, Apple plans to launch the iPhone 18 alongside the iPhone 18e and iPhone Air 2 in the first half of 2027. The standard iPhone 18 is tipped to feature a 6.3-inch OLED display with 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It will reportedly retain the standard Dynamic Island design and use a 2nm A20 chipset. Other expected features include Face ID, a 48-megapixel dual rear camera system and a larger battery.

The leak also hints at a price increase, although it does not mention the expected pricing. For context, Apple’s current US starting prices include $699 for the iPhone 17e, $899 for the iPhone 17 and $1,099 for the iPhone Air. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max have been discontinued following the arrival of their successors. Apple previously increased the prices of its existing models by $100 in September, making another hike a possibility for the upcoming standard model.

iPhone 18e and iPhone Air 2: What’s known so far

As per recent reports, the iPhone 18e is expected to retain a 6.12-inch OLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate and a single 48-megapixel rear camera. It could also receive the 2nm A20 chipset, while its front camera may get a resolution upgrade to 24 megapixels. These details suggest that Apple will focus more on internal improvements than major design changes.

Meanwhile, the iPhone Air 2 is tipped to feature a 6.55-inch 1.5K OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It could also receive dual 48-megapixel rear cameras, a larger battery and a slimmer 5.2mm profile. Other expected upgrades include the A20 Pro chipset, Apple’s N2 wireless chip and C2 modem.

Apple is reportedly targeting March or April 2027 for the three models, although an official launch date remains unavailable. Which of these upcoming iPhones are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments.

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