iPhone 18 Rumored to Feature Larger Battery and Higher Price in Early 2027

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Leaks indicate that the base iPhone 18 will launch early next year with a bigger battery, a new A20 chip, and a higher price, continuing Apple’s recent trend of cost increases.

Rumors have surfaced regarding Apple’s next-generation iPhone 18, suggesting the device will debut early in 2027 with notable upgrades and an increased price. According to a tip shared on Weibo by leaker Digital Chat Station and reported by 9to5Mac and The Verge, the base model iPhone 18 is expected to feature a larger battery than its predecessor, along with Apple’s latest 2-nanometer A20 processor chip. However, it apparently will not include the smaller Dynamic Island design element that the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models are said to incorporate.

The base iPhone 18 was notably absent from Apple’s recent fall launch event, supporting the prediction it will be released in the early months of next year instead. The leaker also mentioned the possibility of new device variants such as a second-generation iPhone Air and an iPhone 18e, potentially expanding Apple’s smartphone lineup.

While the exact price increase for the iPhone 18 remains undisclosed, Apple has already raised prices by approximately $100 on all previous models, including the iPhone 17, in September 2026. This trend follows global industry patterns, with competitors like Google and Samsung also implementing price hikes driven by rising component costs and supply shortages, notably of RAM and other parts.

Despite these higher prices, Apple recently reported record-breaking iPhone sales, indicating robust consumer demand. The combination of improved hardware specifications and a premium pricing strategy suggests Apple continues to target the high end of the smartphone market with the upcoming iPhone 18.

At this stage, these details remain unconfirmed by Apple, and additional specifications, pricing, and exact launch dates are expected to be revealed closer to the official release window.