The iPhone 18 Pro’s design remains unchanged: the under-display Face ID is still the same.

According to Fast Technology on March 11, previous rumors suggested that the iPhone 18 Pro would move some Face ID components under the screen. This technological breakthrough could reduce the area of ​​the Face ID island by approximately 35%, thereby significantly optimizing the visual experience and increasing the screen-to-body ratio of the phone’s front.

Specifically, Apple originally planned to hide the flood illuminator in the Face ID system under the screen. This approach would effectively reduce the area of ​​the front-facing camera cutout, successfully slimming down the controversial “isle” and providing users with a wider field of view.

However, the latest supply chain news has dampened the enthusiasm of eager fans. Apple is currently considering delaying the implementation of its under-display Face ID technology, with the earliest possible release date being a 2027 model. This means that the island-style form factor of the iPhone 18 Pro may not change.

According to leaks, the iPhone 18 Pro will largely reuse some of the molds from its predecessor. Its overall industrial design and island-style layout are expected to be highly consistent with the iPhone 17 Pro, offering relatively limited surprises in terms of appearance.

While the exterior design remains largely unchanged, the hardware performance upgrades are substantial. The new phone will feature the A20 Pro chip built on a 2nm process. Furthermore, the main camera is expected to be equipped with variable aperture technology, and the battery capacity will exceed 5000mAh.

If this news is true, then the real major design innovation will be reserved for 2027. That year marks the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, and the first-ever miniaturization of the “Island of Life” will undoubtedly become Apple’s most important marketing selling point, paying tribute to this milestone moment.

For consumers, this means that those seeking the ultimate in front-screen integrity may have to wait a while longer. Apple’s cautious approach to technological iteration once again demonstrates its business strategy of maintaining product lifecycles through a gradual and sustainable approach.