It looks like Apple’s iPhone 18 really will skip the fall launch this year

Apple's iPhone Release Timeline Takes a Shift: iPhone 18 Models to Arrive in Different Timelines.

In a recent earnings call, executives from Pegatron, one of Apple's key suppliers, revealed that the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro series phones are set to launch this fall. This move aligns with previous rumors suggesting that Apple would prioritize the release of its premium iPhones in the latter half of the year. However, the base iPhone 18 is expected to arrive later, in the first quarter of 2027. This divergence in release timelines for different iPhone models is a significant shift from Apple's typical strategy.

The Pegatron executives' comments also confirmed the long-rumored release of the more affordable iPhone 18e and a new iPhone Air model, both of which are expected to arrive around the same time as the base iPhone 18. Analysts such as Ming-Chi Kuo and The Information had previously reported that Apple was planning to adopt this staggered release strategy, with premium iPhones launching in the fall and more affordable models debuting in the new year.

As Apple fans eagerly await the arrival of the new iPhone models, this shift in release timeline is likely to generate significant interest and speculation. With the iPhone 17's successor, the iPhone 18, now expected to arrive in 2027, Apple's loyal customer base will have to wait a bit longer for the latest innovations and features in the company's flagship device.