Apple iPhone 18 launch timeline, price in India, camera and design details leaked

Apple just rolled out the iPhone 17 series, yet speculation about the iPhone 18 is already heating up. The next generation of Apple’s flagship lineup is expected to include six devices — the familiar base iPhone, Pro, Pro Max, and iPhone Air, plus a budget-friendly iPhone 18e and a brand-new foldable iPhone. According to reports, the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, foldable model, and Air are tipped to launch in September 2026, with pre-orders likely opening a week after the event.

The vanilla iPhone 18 and 18e could arrive later in 2027. Prices are expected to stay similar to the iPhone 17 series, with the foldable commanding a premium. Camera upgrades may focus on a variable aperture main sensor for the Pro models, promising better low-light photography and depth control.


Apple usually launches new iPhones in September, and the iPhone 18 series is likely to follow. Pre-orders may start in the second week of September, with sales beginning the following week.

• Pro models may get a variable aperture main camera for improved low-light shots and depth of field control.
• All models will likely keep the 18MP front camera with Centre Stage introduced in the iPhone 17 series.
• The foldable iPhone may feature a triple-camera system, borrowing sensors from the Pro lineup.

• Apple is expected to keep the six-device lineup intact.
• The most exciting addition could be the first foldable iPhone, marking Apple’s entry into the foldable market.
• Minor design refinements such as thinner bezels and improved materials may be introduced.

• Base iPhone 18 is expected to start around₹82,900, similar to iPhone 17 pricing.
• iPhone 18 Air: Estimated around ₹1,19,900.
• iPhone 18 Pro & Pro Max: Could start near ₹1,34,900 and ₹1,49,900 respectively.
• Foldable iPhone: Rumoured at US $2,000(₹1,76,000) in the US — likely higher in India.