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iPhone 18 launch could be repeat of unusual 2020 release
9to5Mac • • technology
Key Points:
- Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 models in September 2026, maintaining its usual fall launch timeline despite potential changes in shipping schedules.
- Similar to the COVID-impacted 2020 launch, only two models—the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max—may be available initially, with the foldable iPhone Ultra possibly facing a delayed release.
- Rumors suggest the total number of new iPhone models this fall could be as few as three, the smallest lineup since 2019, if the iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2 are postponed to spring 2027.
- These deviations from Apple's typical launch patterns could stem from strategic decisions, global supply chain challenges, or complexities in producing the new foldable device.
