Apple fans, get ready for a twist. It looks like the iPhone 18 might not make its usual fall 2026 debut. According to recent reports, the regular iPhone 18 could be delayed until sometime in 2027, leaving the iPhone 17 as Apple’s main model for nearly 18 months — which is quite unusual for a standard iPhone.
The Pro models — iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max — are still expected to launch this fall, sticking to Apple’s usual schedule. But the base iPhone 18 might arrive later, breaking the brand’s decade-long pattern of releasing all mainline models together in September.
Why the delay? Apple hasn’t said, but it could be due to supply chain planning, production timelines, or even a strategy to build anticipation. Whatever the reason, it means iPhone 17 owners might enjoy an extra-long spotlight before the next standard iPhone arrives.
As always, nothing is official yet, so we’ll have to wait for Apple to confirm the details. But one thing is clear: patience will be a virtue for anyone looking forward to the iPhone 18.