No iPhone 18 in 2026? Supplier Comments Add Fuel to Rumors

Apple is reportedly delaying the launch of the standard iPhone 18 until early 2027, breaking from its long-standing annual fall release cycle. Comments from Largan Precision’s chairman suggest that a major US customer postponed a new model to Q1 2027, aligning with rumors that only the iPhone 18 Pro models and Apple’s first foldable iPhone will debut this year. Apple is said to be shifting to a two‑window release strategy, with premium models arriving in September and lower‑cost models following in spring. The move is expected to help balance manufacturing loads and maintain sales momentum throughout the year as the lineup expands to six devices. The standard iPhone 18 models are not expected to feature major design changes, retaining the same display sizes as their predecessors.

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