According to reports, Apple is gearing up for a significant redesign of its 20th anniversary iPhone in the year 2027. The latest version of the phone might come to be characterized by curved edges made from glass, thinner display bezels and new hardware. Among the major advancements is likely to be the removal of the existing Action Button, with Apple merging its operations with the Camera Control button, thus allowing users to access camera programs and personalised shortcuts more comfortably. We bring you the details pertaining to the future model of iPhone, including the expected date of its release in India, pricing and specifications.
Apple 20th Anniversary iPhone Price and Launch Date in India (Expected)
In a public statement, the iPhone’s manufacturer has revealed neither the price nor the name of the anniversary iPhone, which is likely to debut in September 2027 when Apple usually comes out with its lineup of the flagship smartphones. It could be a special premium version of its predecessors similar to iPhone X that was launched in 2017, as part of the company’s celebrations on the 10th anniversary of iPhone and the first decade of its introduction.
Action Button May Merge With Camera Control: What's Changing?
The biggest talking point is the possible removal of the dedicated Action Button. According to Weibo tipster Instant Digital, Apple could combine its functionality with the existing Camera Control button on iPhones arriving in the second half of 2027.
Under the reported arrangement:
- A single press of Camera Control could continue to open the Camera app.
- A long press could activate the function assigned to the Action Button.
- Users may still access shortcuts such as Silent Mode, Flashlight, Focus and Shortcuts.
- The separate Action Button could disappear from the side frame.
Apple introduced the Action Button with the iPhone 15 Pro series in 2023, replacing the traditional Ring/Silent switch. Camera Control arrived with the iPhone 16 series in 2024.
The anniversary model could also feature solid-state buttons with haptic feedback instead of traditional moving buttons. This may give users a clicking sensation without requiring the buttons to physically move. However, these changes are still based on reports and have not been confirmed by Apple.
Display and Camera of Apple's Upcoming iPhone
The 20th anniversary iPhone could receive one of Apple's biggest display changes in years. Reports suggest the company is working on a glass-centric design with a quad-curved OLED panel.
Expected display and camera features include:
- Curved OLED display: The screen might stretch out to all four corners, delivering full immersive experience to the consumer.
- Narrower bezels: Apple may decrease the comparatively bigger borders next to the screen for better esthetics.
- In-display Face ID: Although not confirmed by Apple, the technology is rumored to be used.
- New HDR camera: An advanced camera with LOFIC technology is likely to be used to produce high-quality photographs in a multitude of lighting settings.
- Enhanced photography: The advancement in sensor technology is going to provide better pictures
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