iPhone 18 Pro Bill of Materials Reportedly Surging 38%, Launch Expected September 2026
Sourced from 5 publications
- •TrendForce estimates the iPhone 18 Pro's bill of materials will rise roughly 38% year over year, per AzerNews reporting.
- •Rumored features include a 2nm A20 Pro chip, variable-aperture camera, larger batteries, and a smaller Dynamic Island.
- •Apple is reportedly willing to sacrifice margins rather than raise prices enough to offset the full BOM increase.
- •A glass-centric iPhone redesign for the device's 20th anniversary in 2027 remains on track, according to people familiar with Apple's plans.
- •All specifications and cost figures are based on leaks and analyst projections, with no official confirmation from Apple.
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