iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro: 5 Big Changes Ahead

Apple seems to be in the mood to go all out with the iPhone 18 Pro, which will be their next flagship device, and it will be based on the iPhone 17 Pro. First rumors talk about small design changes, but big internal upgrades, and new connectivity that could change the user experience entirely.

The iPhone 18 Pro is said to have a 6.3-inch display and the usual triple-camera module at the back, but sources also speak about a big change at the front. New rumors come up with the idea that Face ID sensors could be hidden under the screen and that only one very small front camera would be left, really discreetly placed in the top-left corner. The change could transform the display into a cleaner, absolutely uninterrupted look, but biometric authentication would still be there just in case.

Apple is said to be working on a variable aperture on at least one rear camera, which will let the user have better control over light and depth. The change could make the scenario even more difficult since people tend to shoot in different light conditions. The Simplified Camera Control thing is being talked about too, which will most probably involve replacing swipe gestures with a much more intuitive interface. The back panel, on the other hand, might be sporting a new refined frosted finish which will do its job in both beauty and compatibility with MagSafe accessories.

The iPhone 18 Pro is on its way to bringing with it the world’s fastest—and most—power-efficient Apple A20 Pro chip, made by TSMC with their most advanced 2nm process. The new chip could be coming up with massive gains in speed, energy consumption, and AI processing. Together with the sophisticated packaging methods, the new chip could outperform the iPhone 17 Pro’s A19 Pro in performance-demanding tasks.

There are speculations that the connectivity upgrades might involve the C1X or C2 modem by Apple for 5G and LTE, together with the new N1 or next-gen Wi-Fi 7 chip. Also, Bluetooth 6 and Thread compatibility are likely to be in the mix. Some circles are even discussing the possibility of initial satellite-based internet browsing, which indicates Apple’s determination to establish an "always connected" ecosystem.

The iPhone 18 Pro is likely to have a reverse finish that is not the same as that of the iPhone 17 Pro. Reports indicate the development of the rear design that is more unified with less distinct transitions between the frame and the glass. The possible colour options being evaluated include Coffee Brown, Burgundy, and Purple, thus, providing the customers with the opportunity to express themselves more.

The iPhone 18 Pro, in spite of keeping the basic structure of the 17 Pro, is expected to be the best in the areas of performance, connectivity, and display technology. Early leaks are pointing to a combination of minor design tweaks and powerful hardware upgrades that could win over not only current iPhone users but also those looking for an upgrade.