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It looks like Apple’s iPhone 18 really will skip the fall launch this year
theverge.com • • general
Key Points:
- Pegatron executives confirmed that the iPhone 18 Pro series will launch this fall, while the base iPhone 18 is expected to arrive in the first quarter of next year.
- The more affordable iPhone 18e and a new iPhone Air are also rumored to debut around early 2027, consistent with longstanding reports.
- Analysts, including Ming-Chi Kuo, previously indicated that Apple would focus on releasing premium iPhones in fall 2026, delaying lower-tier models.
- Alongside the iPhone 18 Pro, Apple’s rumored “Ultra” foldable phone is also expected to launch this fall.
- Supply chain challenges, such as memory and chip shortages, are causing shifts in peak shipping seasons and prompting Apple to prioritize higher-margin premium models.
