Even though the iPhone 18 Pro Max is still months away from launch, leaks and rumours are already building serious anticipation.
Apple is expected to unveil the device around September, and if early reports are anything to go by, this could be one of the most advanced iPhones yet.
Here are 12 major features currently being speculated:
📱 1. New Red Finish
A bold red colour option could be introduced for the Pro models.
📱 2. Smaller Dynamic Island
With parts of Face ID moving under the screen, the front display could look cleaner and more immersive.
📱 3. Under-Screen Face ID (Partial)
At least one Face ID component may be hidden beneath the display.
📱 4. Same Display Sizes
Expected to retain 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch screen sizes.
📱 5. LTPO+ Display
Better power efficiency, meaning longer battery life.
📱 6. Variable Aperture Camera
Improved control over lighting and depth for better photography.
📱 7. A20 Pro Chip (2nm Tech)
A big performance jump with faster speeds and improved efficiency.
📱 8. C2 Modem Upgrade
Faster and more efficient 5G connectivity.
📱 9. Next-Gen N2 Wireless Chip
Better performance for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and connectivity features.
📱 10. Simplified Camera Button
Easier camera controls without complicated gestures.
📱 11. Satellite Web Browsing
Potential ability to browse the internet even without traditional network coverage.
📱 12. Bigger Battery (Thicker Design)
Slightly thicker body may mean longer usage time.
While these features are still rumours, they suggest that Apple is pushing toward a more powerful, efficient, and futuristic device.
There are also reports that a foldable iPhone could debut alongside the Pro models — a move that could shake up the smartphone market entirely.
Large-scale outdoor advertising banners for the iPhone 17 Pro and the BMW iX3 50 xDrive cover the facade of a building in the city center at night, in Warsaw, Poland, on February 26, 2026. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
