<ul><li>Apple may adopt a staggered release for the iPhone 18 lineup in 2026, with Pro models launching in the fall and standard models in the spring.</li><li>Rumors suggest the iPhone 18 Pro may feature a variable aperture camera and a new C2 modem; a foldable iPhone is also speculated for 2026.</li><li>In spring 2027, Apple plans to release the standard iPhone 18 and a successor to the budget-friendly iPhone 16e, with both undergoing manufacturing trials in India.</li><li>The staggered release strategy aims to boost iPhone mix and ASP, potentially selling more Pro models in the fall and fewer non-Pro models in the spring.</li></ul>

Apple plans to stagger release dates with iPhone 18 Pro in fall 2026, iPhone 18 in spring 2027

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