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iPhone 18: What's Changing and What's Staying the Same?

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

The iPhone 18 series is still a while away, but leaks are already giving us a peek at what's in store. A well-known insider has spilled the beans on screen sizes and Dynamic Island plans for Apple's upcoming iPhones.

Screen Sizes

  • iPhone 18 and iPhone 18 Pro: 6.27-inch LTPO 120Hz screen
  • iPhone Air 2: 6.55-inch LTPO 120Hz screen
  • iPhone 18 Pro Max: 6.86-inch screen

Note: These sizes are the same as the current iPhone 17 line.

Dynamic Island

  • iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2: Standard Dynamic Island (unchanged from current models)
  • iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max: New under-display cutout area

Possible Designs for Pro Models

  • Smaller Dynamic Island
  • Hole-punch cutout offset to the top-left corner

The lack of the term "Dynamic Island" in the latest leak might point to the latter being more plausible.

Implications for Consumers

  • Subtle but notable changes in the iPhone 18 series, particularly in the Pro models
  • Screen sizes remain unchanged
  • Dynamic Island could see a redesign, at least for the Pro versions

It's always exciting to see what Apple has in store, and this latest leak gives us a tantalizing glimpse into the future of iPhones.

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