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iPhone 18 Leaks: Smaller Dynamic Island, No Under-Screen Face ID
Apple's next-gen iPhone 18 series is generating buzz with fresh leaks pointing towards design updates. A smaller Dynamic Island might be introduced along with many spec upgrades. The latest reports suggest that under-display Face ID and other features will remain unchanged in these new models.
Major Rumors: Reducing the Dynamic Island
iPhone 18 leaks state that all the phones in the lineup will feature a smaller Dynamic Island. According to a trusted Weibo leaker, Instant Digital, a similar change was suggested for iPhone 17 Pro, but Apple did not implement the shrink in that lineup.
Dynamic Island's smaller size is viewed as a stepping stone toward a less cluttered, more visually engaging screen experience.
No Under-Screen Face ID Yet
One of the highly expected upgrades, embedding Face ID hardware under the screen, seems to have been pushed back. According to Instant Digital, the iPhone 18 Pro models won't feature under-screen Face ID. Face ID sensors and the front-facing camera will stay in a smaller Dynamic Island cutout.
As per these leaks, the under-screen Face ID will most likely make its first appearance in iPhone 19 Pro and other versions with greater modifications.
What This Means & Why it's Believable
Instant Digital has a history of truthful Apple leaks. The site had accurately forecasted some design and finish aspects in previous iPhones. Not all previous rumors from the source have come to pass, though. While this new information regarding the iPhone 18 is believable, it is best received as speculation until Apple confirms or provides official details.
What to Expect Next
An in-view front camera is still present in the Dynamic Island, but with fewer bezels or borders.
A design path that increasingly reduces visible hardware—sensors, camera holes, etc., as it evolves toward an all-screen look.
More rumors are expected to accumulate as Apple approaches its customary yearly product cycle, with public anticipation for more leaks in the months to come.
Also Read: Foldable iPhone to Arrive in 2026 With Four Cameras & In-Display Touch ID
Final Take
Although the iPhone 18 series may not yet feature under-screen Face ID, it seems to be reducing the size of Dynamic Island to enhance other aspects. If the rumors are true, Apple is getting closer to a more seamless screen, even if the complete no-cutout design remains a future benchmark.
