The biggest change since iPhone X is coming

Apple does not seem to intend to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the iPhone with an ordinary update. Anniversary models, expected to be introduced in 2027, may bring the biggest visual change since the iPhone X. However, it is also claimed that some features will not be available by that date.

First of all, according to the information compiled by MacRumors, the names of the models may be iPhone 20 Pro and Pro Max.

Four-sided curved glass on iPhone 20 Pro

In particular, it is said that the windshield will be curved on all four sides. So this structure will hide or thin the metal frame. Therefore, the phone will appear almost frameless when held in the hand.

The figures spoken for the screen sizes are as follows: Approximately 6.41 inches in the Pro model, 6.96 inches in the large model. Moreover, it is possible for the large model to be mentioned with a value close to 7 inches in marketing.

On the display side, Apple is testing under-display Face ID. The more ambitious under-screen front camera aims to leave no holes. Still, it's unclear whether the two will make it in time for 2027. For example, if the under-screen camera does not work well enough, a smaller hole or a Dynamic Island-like notch may remain.

In addition, new generation OLED panels developed with Samsung are also being prepared. However, some advanced production methods, such as Color Filter on Encapsulation, may miss 2027.

Unpressed keys

It is said that the side button, volume keys, Action button and Camera Control will switch to solid state structure. Pressure sensors and haptic motors will be used instead of moving parts. The keys will stay in the same place, but they won't move like the old keys.

This is expected to help with water resistance and give the phone a more complete feel. As a matter of fact, Apple has previously tried a similar method on the iPhone 7's Home button and MacBook trackpads.

Chip, camera and battery

Pro models are said to come with the second generation 2nm A21 Pro chip. Additionally, the chip may have vertically stacked DRAM. This can increase memory bandwidth and strengthen on-device AI.

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Dynamic range refers to the camera's ability to capture both the darkest and brightest areas in the same frame.

Ambitious features such as the under-screen camera and Face ID have been postponed before. Still, the common thread across different reports shows that Apple wants to use the 20th year to rebuild the design and infrastructure. The devices are expected to be introduced in 2027.