Rumour · not confirmed by Apple
iPhone 18e
The next budget iPhone is expected in spring 2027 with the A20 chip and Apple's C2 modem. Leakers disagree on screen size.
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Launches in spring 2027.
Matches the iPhone 16e and 17e pattern; several outlets agree.
First reported Apr 8, 2026 · Source: Macworld · MacRumors iPhone 18 roundup
A20 chip and C2 modem, sharing many parts with the iPhone 18.
Repeated by several outlets; still based on leaks rather than a top-tier report.
First reported May 5, 2026 · Source: MacRumors iPhone 18 roundup · 9to5Mac
Bigger 6.3-inch display (up from 6.1 inches) and a 4,430 mAh battery.
One leaker (Fixed Focus Digital); another (Digital Chat Station) says it keeps a 6.12-inch 60Hz screen.
First reported Nov 9, 2026 · Source: MacRumors
Keeps a single rear camera.
Shown in one leaker's diagram only.
First reported Nov 9, 2026 · Source: MacRumors
High: several reliable reporters or supply-chain evidence agree. Medium: one reliable reporter, or several weaker ones. Low: a single leaker or an unclear source. After launch we mark each claim confirmed or busted.