Apple Testing Variable Aperture Lens, Upgraded Telephoto Camera for iPhone 18 Pro Models, Tipster Claims

Feb 9, 2026 - 08:00
Apple Testing Variable Aperture Lens, Upgraded Telephoto Camera for iPhone 18 Pro Models, Tipster Claims
The iPhone 18 series has been rumoured to mark a shift in Apple’s product lineup, with the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max expected to launch in September, while the vanilla iPhone 18 debuts in 2027. According to a tipster, the Cupertino-based tech giant is testing two major camera improvements for the next-generation iPhones, including a variable aperture for improved imaging. The iPhone 18 Pro models are also tipped to benefit from an upgraded telephoto camera.