Apple is changing its usual iPhone release schedule for the iPhone 18 lineup. This year, the more expensive iPhone 18 models are slated for a September 2026 launch. The standard iPhone 18 and its variants will be delayed until spring 2027. The September 2026 event will feature the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and a new foldable iPhone, possibly named iPhone Ultra. The Pro models will have a smaller Dynamic Island and improved cameras, with the Pro Max potentially receiving a new camera feature first. Both Pro models are expected to see a significant price increase due to rising memory costs. The foldable iPhone, with its unique form factor and Touch ID, is rumored to be priced between $2,000 and $2,500. In spring 2027, Apple will release the standard iPhone 18, likely with a downgraded display, and the iPhone 18e. The iPhone Air 2 is also expected to launch in spring 2027 with an upgraded camera and battery. It remains uncertain if Apple will continue this split launch strategy in subsequent years. However, there are whispers of a special 20th-anniversary iPhone in fall 2027.