Anticipated Upgrades: Comparing Potential Changes in iPhone 18 Pro vs. iPhone 17 Pro

Apple is preparing for several major changes to its iPhone lineup this year. From the launch timeline to design, camera, and display, the company may make decisions that will set the direction for the future of the iPhone.

According to leaks, changes will be clearly visible in the iPhone 18 series. However, the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to follow its regular September schedule.

Amidst this, the iPhone 18 Pro is generating the most buzz, as it may arrive with significant upgrades compared to the iPhone 17 Pro. Let's explore the differences that can be seen between the iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone 17 Pro.

• What Changes Might Occur in Design?

The overall design of the iPhone 18 Pro is expected to be largely similar to the iPhone 17 Pro, but the biggest change could be seen on the front of the phone. Leaks suggest that the 'i-shape' cutout might be removed this time from the iPhone 18 Pro.

Instead, a small 'punch-hole' camera might be placed on the left side of the screen. This means Apple could introduce 'Under-Display Face ID' technology in the iPhone 18 Pro for the first time. This is considered a small but significant step towards a 'full-screen design'.

• Talk of New Color Options

According to reports, the iPhone 18 Pro may come with new and premium color options. These could include shades like Burgundy, Purple, and Brown. In contrast, the iPhone 17 Pro is available in color options such as Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue, and Silver. This suggests Apple might pay special attention to the look and feel of the Pro models this time.

• How Different Will the Display Be?

No major change is expected in terms of display size. The iPhone 17 Pro features a 6.3-inch 'ProMotion' display, and this display size might continue for the iPhone 18 Pro as well. However, due to design changes, the screen experience could become more immersive than before.

• New Processor, More Power

In terms of performance, the iPhone 18 Pro is fully expected to receive a new chipset. The iPhone 17 Pro is equipped with Apple's A19 Pro chip (3nm process). Leaks suggest that the iPhone 18 Pro might get the next-generation A20 Pro chipset, which will offer better speed and efficiency than before.

• What's New in the Camera Setup?

Apple does not appear to be in the mood for major changes to the camera. The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to feature the same triple camera setup, which will include a 48-megapixel main camera, a 48-megapixel ultrawide camera, and a 48-megapixel periscope lens. On the front, an 18-megapixel 'Center Stage' camera might be provided, which will be the same as the iPhone 17 Pro.