00:00Hello everyone, if you're planning to buy the next iPhone, you might want to wait because
00:04the upcoming iPhone 18 lineup could be Apple's biggest change in years.
00:08But remember, everything I'm talking about today is based on leaks, analyst reports,
00:13and supply chain rumors, not official Apple announcements.
00:16Let's start with the biggest surprise.
00:18According to multiple reports, Apple may launch only the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max,
00:24and its first foldable iPhone often referred to as the iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra in September 2026.
00:31The standard iPhone 18 is rumored to be delayed until Spring 2027.
00:35Reports suggest Apple wants to separate its premium and affordable launches to give the Pro models
00:40and the foldable device more attention.
00:43Now let's talk about the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max.
00:46Leaks suggest they will feature Apple's new A20 Pro chip built on a 2nm process.
00:52This chip offers better performance and improved battery efficiency.
00:57We may also see a smaller dynamic island and under display Face ID.
01:03Expect an upgraded 24-megapixel front camera and improved 48-megapixel rear cameras with variable aperture.
01:12Reports also point to Apple's C2 modem and even larger batteries.
01:17The biggest headline is Apple's first foldable iPhone,
01:20rumored as the iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra.
01:23The foldable model is expected to use the same A20 chip and around 12 GB of RAM.
01:29It will feature premium materials and a book-style folding display to compete with other brands.
01:34Apple might delay the standard iPhone 18 until Spring 2027.
01:38The rumors from McRumors and analysts are all pointing to something unusual.
01:43Pro models and the foldable iPhone would launch on schedule in September 2026,
01:48but the regular iPhone 18 gets pushed back because of RAM and storage costs.
01:53We're talking 12 GB of RAM in the Pro models.
01:56Maybe 9 GB or 12 GB in the standard version if it even makes financial sense for Apple.
02:02This could be one of the biggest iPhone price increases we've seen in years.
02:06But here's the catch.
02:07These phones may become significantly more expensive.
02:10The main reason is not just new features.
02:12A global shortage of RAM memory and NAND storage has raised manufacturing costs.
02:18Apple executives have already acknowledged rising memory prices.
02:21Analysts believe the iPhone 18 lineup could see price increases ranging from around $100 to $300,
02:27especially for the Pro models.
02:29Tom's Hardware reported this.
02:31Many people are asking why memory is suddenly so expensive.
02:34The answer is simple.
02:35AI servers and data centers are consuming massive amounts of advanced memory chips,
02:40creating supply shortages for smartphone makers.
02:42With limited supply and higher demand, memory prices have risen sharply,
02:47increasing production costs for companies like Apple.
02:49What do you think?
02:50Would you buy the iPhone 18 Pro?
02:52Or wait for the regular iPhone 18?
02:55Or are you excited about Apple's first foldable phone?
02:57Let me know your thoughts in the comments and don't forget to like,
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