Apple will retain the centre-aligned Dynamic Island on iPhone 18 Pro models despite rumors suggesting a shift to top-left corner placement, according to Weibo leaker Momentary Digital on January 21, 2026. The clarification resolves confusion after earlier reports claimed Apple would relocate the selfie camera to the left—claims now attributed to mistranslation errors. The iPhone 18 Pro will feature a smaller Dynamic Island with under-display Face ID components.
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iPhone 18 Pro Expected Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.27″ (Pro) / 6.86″ (Pro Max), 120Hz LTPO |
| Dynamic Island | Centre-aligned, smaller size with under-display tech |
| Face ID | Components moved partially under display (left side) |
| Front Camera | 18MP centre-aligned, 6P lens |
| Rear Cameras | 48MP main + 48MP periscope + 48MP ultrawide |
| Processor | A20 Pro (TSMC 2nm) |
| RAM | 12GB LPDDR5X |
| Launch | September 2026 (Pro models) |
Translation Error Caused Left-Corner Camera Confusion
Earlier Chinese leaks suggesting Dynamic Island would shift to the top-left corner have been debunked as mistranslation issues. Momentary Digital clarified that only some Face ID sensor array components shift slightly toward the left side under the display, while the selfie camera and Dynamic Island remain centre-aligned.
For iPhone upgrade planners, this means the familiar Dynamic Island interface introduced with iPhone 14 Pro continues through 2027. Instead of changing the layout entirely, Apple may adjust how Face ID components are arranged, with parts like the flood illuminator sitting beneath the screen toward the top-left while the infrared sensor stays near the selfie camera.
Smaller Dynamic Island with Under-Display Face ID
The iPhone 18 Pro will feature a refined Dynamic Island that’s smaller than current implementations thanks to Face ID components placed under the display. This partial under-display technology represents incremental progress toward Apple’s rumored goal: the iPhone 20 Pro in 2027 featuring zero notches, punch holes, or cutouts with a seamless edge-to-edge display.
The iPhone 18 Pro is said to feature a 6.27-inch Super Retina display with 120Hz refresh rate, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max could grow to 6.86-inch Super Retina display—both with under-display Face ID technology that maintains centred camera positioning for design harmony.
Variable Aperture Camera and 2nm A20 Pro Chip
Beyond the display, leaks suggest the device might come with a variable aperture system, a new stacked image sensor, and enhanced low-light photography. The triple 48MP camera setup (main, periscope, ultrawide) targets pro-level photography across all focal lengths.
Both are rumoured to be fueled by Apple’s A20 Pro silicon, based on TSMC’s 2nm process, coupled with RAM integration for enhanced efficiency and heat management—delivering flagship performance in a thermally efficient package. The 12GB RAM represents a significant upgrade for intensive AI and computational photography tasks.
The clarification preserves Apple’s design language consistency, with users preferring the centred aesthetic over asymmetrical punch-hole designs that disrupt visual balance during video playback and full-screen experiences.
FAQs
Will iPhone 18 Pro move the selfie camera to the corner?
No, the selfie camera remains centre-aligned within a smaller Dynamic Island; earlier left-corner reports were mistranslations.
When does iPhone 18 Pro launch?
Expected September 2026 for Pro models, with standard iPhone 18 potentially delayed to early 2027 under Apple’s split launch strategy.
