Apple is planning a massive iPhone camera upgrade

Apple is planning a massive iPhone camera upgrade, but it won't come soon
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Apple iPhone 18 rumored to get variable aperture lens on main camera — why that matters
Since at least the iPhone 14 Pro, Apple's Pro model iPhones have featured a fixed aperture lens of f/1.78 on the main camera. A variable aperture enables the camera to control the amount of light entering the lens, which would be helpful in a variety of lighting situations and may bring huge improvements to low-light shooting.
Variable Aperture Rumored to Bring Major Camera Upgrade to iPhone 18 Pro
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models will feature an upgraded main rear camera with a variable aperture for the first time, according to Apple
Apple iPhone 18 Pro's main camera to have variable aperture
At least one of the iPhone 17 models next year will also sport a variable aperture camera. Over the years, multiple Android OEMs have launched
Apple Will Fix Your iPhone 14 Plus' Camera for Free
Apple has identified a very small percentage of iPhone 14 Plus devices that fail to display a preview when using the rear camera. If yours qualifies, Apple will fix your iPhone's camera for free.
First iPhone 18 rumor suggests Apple is planning a major hardware upgrade
Phone 18 Pro reportedly features a variable aperture lens for improved user lighting control. The camera array for iPhone 18 Pro will be supplied by Sunny Optical and Luxshare. iPhone 17 series may feature a new design,
The iPhone 18 Pro may get a camera feature never before seen on the iPhone
Apple is planning a significant camera update on the iPhone 18 Pro series that will launch in 2026. It will be the first to feature variable aperture tech.
iPhone 18 primary camera to have variable aperture, claims rumor
Apple could upgrade the primary camera on the iPhone 18 with a variable aperture. The iOS smartphone is expected to launch in 2026.
iPhone 18 Pro rumored to gain a variable aperture wide-angle lens
In a major update to the camera system, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says the iPhone 18 Pro's wide angle lens will be upgraded to have a variable aperture.
Kuo: iPhone 18 Pro to feature upgraded main camera with variable aperture
According to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is working on a significant camera upgrade for the iPhone 18 coming
I love this new iPhone camera feature. Here’s why I’ll never use it
The chance to change Photographic Styles on the iPhone after taking a photo is fun, but it comes with an annoying downside that's a deal breaker for me.
iPhone 16 Camera Control might be Apple’s worst new feature in years
Camera Control is one of the marquee features of the new iPhone 16 lineup. Apple claims it is a “result of thoughtful ...
The iPhone 18 could borrow this handy camera feature from Android
We've already got iPhone 18 rumors, and it sounds like the 2026 models could gain a feature seen on some Android flagships.
iPhone 15 Vs. iPhone 16: Which Apple Device Is Best?
One key thing to note is that Apple has a history of supporting its iPhones for a long time. Not only are support options ...
iPhone 18 Pro to feature a major camera upgrade: Variable aperture lens
Artificial intelligence might be the main selling point of smartphones this year, including the iPhone 16 series, but the ...