Apple May Delay iPhone 18, 18e to Spring 2027 as Lineup Expansion Strains Supply Chain
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Updated · vietnam.vn · Oct 2
Apple May Delay iPhone 18, 18e to Spring 2027 as Lineup Expansion Strains Supply Chain
2 articles · Updated · vietnam.vn · Oct 2
Summary
Spring 2027 is now rumored as the launch window for Apple’s iPhone 18 and 18e, leaving the Sept. 9, 2026 event focused on the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max and iPhone Duo.
That split schedule would prioritize premium models for the holiday season and spread production across more months as Apple’s iPhone range grows.
Rumored hardware points to standard A20 chips in both models, possible 12GB or 9GB RAM, Apple’s C2 modem and N1 connectivity chip, though several specifications remain inconsistent across sources.
Display and camera differences could keep the 18e below the standard model, with a 60Hz LTPS OLED panel, a single 48MP rear camera and possibly a 12MP front camera.
Pricing is the biggest wildcard after U.S. iPhone 17 prices rose to $899 and $699, while higher DRAM costs could push the iPhone 18 and 18e higher still.
As Apple pushes in-house modems and distinct AI features, will the delayed $699 iPhone 18e feel obsolete before it even launches next spring?
With standard iPhones delayed to spring 2027, is Apple's new split-cycle strategy a supply chain necessity or a trap to force premium holiday upgrades?
Will the foldable iPhone Duo's reliance on Touch ID and premium pricing alienate users expecting Face ID in Apple's most expensive tier?