iPhone 18 and 18e tipped for spring 2027 launch with A20 chip
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says Apple's iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e will arrive in spring 2027 with an A20 chip, alongside an iPhone Air 2.
Key takeaways
- The iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e are expected to launch in spring 2027 with an A20 chip.
- The timing comes from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman on his Power On podcast and matches his earlier reporting.
- An iPhone Air 2 is also expected at the same time.
- Apple has not confirmed any of these plans.
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What was reported
Apple's iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e are expected to launch in spring 2027 with an A20 chip, according to MacRumors, citing Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. He repeated the timing on a recent episode of his Power On podcast.
The remarks match his earlier reporting on when the two phones will arrive, so the spring 2027 window is presented as a continuation of that reporting rather than new information.
iPhone Air 2 expected too
Gurman also indicated that an iPhone Air 2 is expected at the same time, meaning three new iPhone models could appear together in spring 2027.
This is a rumour based on a journalist's reporting, not an Apple announcement. Apple has not confirmed any of these plans, and details such as pricing or features are not yet known.
Why it matters
A spring launch would mark a change from Apple's usual autumn release rhythm for standard iPhone models. The A20 chip would be the next generation of Apple's own processor.
Readers considering an iPhone 17e should note that MacRumors' buyer's guide currently carries a caution for that model, reflecting the expectation that a successor is on the way.
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