iPhone 18 Pro Leaks: Hey everyone, Alison here from edenisle.net. You know how it goes with Apple rumors. One day something sounds completely crazy, and the next day a trusted source backs it up and suddenly I’m rearranging my upgrade plans in my head. That’s exactly what’s happening right now with all these fresh iPhone 18 Pro leaks about the front design and that Dynamic Island everyone either loves or loves to complain about.
I’ve been following Apple leaks for years, ever since I started this blog, and I’ve learned to take early rumors with a big grain of salt. But these latest ones feel different. They’re specific. They’re coming from multiple places. And honestly, they fix some things that have bugged me about recent iPhones. Let me walk you through what’s got everyone talking, what I think about it as someone who uses these phones every single day, and why I’m starting to believe this could really happen.
The Big News
The hottest part of these leaks right now is all about the front of the phone. Earlier rumors had people freaking out about the selfie camera moving to the top left corner, like some weird off-center punch hole. I saw those renders and thought, no way Apple does that. It would look unbalanced. It would mess with all the apps that expect the camera in the middle.
Well, turns out those rumors were based on a mistranslation. The latest info clarifies everything. The front camera stays centered. The Dynamic Island stays centered too. But it gets noticeably smaller because Apple is finally moving part of the Face ID system under the display.
Specifically, just the flood illuminator (that infrared thing that lights up your face in the dark) goes under the screen over to the left side. The rest stays where it is. Result? A slimmer pill shape up top that takes up less space.
I love this. The Dynamic Island has grown on me. I use it all the time for timers, music controls, ride shares. But yeah, it does eat into the screen a bit more than I’d like sometimes. Making it smaller without losing functionality sounds perfect.
One X post that really got people talking shared clear side-by-side comparisons of the current island versus the rumored smaller one. It went pretty viral and sparked tons of replies about whether this is enough of a change. Check it out here:
Why This Feels Like a Real Step Forward
Look, I’ve had every Pro model going back to the 12 Pro. I remember when we ditched the notch for the Dynamic Island and how fresh that felt. But Apple has been stuck there for a few years now while Android phones have gone full under-display everything.
Moving even one Face ID component under the screen shows Apple is finally serious about getting there. It’s not the full invisible setup yet, but it’s progress. And keeping the camera centered means no weird app compatibility issues. Smart move.
MacRumors just published a piece today where respected analyst Ross Young backed this up. He specifically said the Dynamic Island shrinks but stays, and only the IR illuminator moves under display. That’s huge because Young has an excellent track record on display stuff.
Here’s their post sharing the article:
Another account posted a clean render showing exactly how much smaller the island could be. You can really see the difference.
Camera Upgrades Still in the Mix
Of course, the front isn’t the only thing getting attention. There are solid rumors about the rear cameras too. Talk of all three lenses hitting 48 megapixels. Maybe even a variable aperture on the main camera for better depth control. And the Pro Max possibly getting an upgraded periscope with more optical zoom.
As someone who takes way too many photos of my kids and my travels, this gets me excited. The current setup is already fantastic, but more resolution on the ultra-wide would be huge for landscapes. And better zoom without losing quality? Yes please.
The Chip and Everything Else
We can’t forget the A20 Pro chip. Supposedly built on a 2nm process for better efficiency and power. That usually means longer battery life and smoother performance, especially with all the Apple Intelligence stuff Apple keeps pushing.
There are whispers about bigger batteries too, maybe thanks to some internal redesign. And possibly new colors or finishes. Nothing confirmed yet, but I always get sucked into the color rumors.
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My Take After Sleeping On It
Honestly, after reading all these updates today, I’m pretty convinced we’re getting a smaller Dynamic Island this year. It just makes too much sense. Apple isn’t going to go full under-display Face ID overnight because reliability matters more than looking cool. This feels like the smart middle step.
Am I ready to skip whatever comes this fall and wait? Maybe. My 15 Pro Max is still going strong, but if these camera upgrades are real and the design cleans up the front a bit more, it’s tempting.
One more X thread that summed it up nicely for me was this breakdown with clear images explaining the mistranslation and what actually changes. Worth a read if you’re confused:
What do you think? Are you excited about a smaller island, or do you want Apple to go all the way with no cutouts at all? Would this be enough to make you upgrade? Let me know in the comments. I really do read them all.