The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to feature a physical variable aperture camera system, marking a significant departure from the fixed-aperture lenses used in all previous iPhone models. This mechanical system will allow the camera to adjust its aperture size based on lighting conditions, mimicking the function of a human pupil. In bright environments, the aperture will narrow to improve focus and depth of field, while in low-light settings, it will widen to capture more available light. This hardware-based approach is intended to reduce reliance on computational photography for depth-of-field effects, potentially improving the quality of portrait mode and macro photography. The devices are also expected to include the A20 Pro chip, built on 2nm technology, and the C2 chip, which will support 5G satellite connectivity. The overall design will remain aluminum, though the physical thickness of the handsets may increase to accommodate larger battery capacities of 4,288mAh for the Pro and 5,567mAh for the Pro Max.
The iPhone 18 Pro will feature a physical variable aperture system on its main camera. Mechanical blades will adjust the aperture to optimize light intake and depth of field.
The A20 Pro chip is built on 2nm process technology for increased speed and efficiency. The C2 chip will provide 5G satellite connectivity for improved coverage in remote areas.
Battery capacities are expected to increase to 4,288mAh and 5,567mAh for the Pro and Pro Max models respectively.
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