iPhone 18 Dynamic Island redesign rumors likely caused by translation error

Recent claims suggesting Apple may remove the Dynamic Island from the iPhone 18 Pro models now appear to be inaccurate, according to new information from trusted leakers. What initially sounded like a major design overhaul may have been the result of a mistranslation rather than an actual shift in Apple’s plans.

With Apple’s annual iPhone launch expected around September, speculation around the iPhone 18 series has been building quickly. One widely shared rumor suggested that Apple planned to introduce under-display Face ID on the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, replacing the familiar pill-shaped Dynamic Island with a smaller hole-punch camera cutout.

However, a new clarification from a Chinese leaker known as Instant Digital indicates that these reports were misunderstood when translated into English. The original leak, which came from Digital Chat Station on the Chinese social platform Weibo, reportedly referred only to changes in internal Face ID components, not a full redesign of the front display.

According to Instant Digital, Apple is working on relocating certain infrared Face ID elements beneath the screen. This internal adjustment would not remove the Dynamic Island or significantly alter its appearance. Early reports from Chinese and Korean sources may have been incorrectly interpreted by some Western outlets as confirmation of a hole-punch selfie camera.

This explanation has been further supported by another well-known Apple leaker, ShrimpApplePro, who shared what is believed to be an image of the updated Face ID and front camera assembly. The image suggests that while Apple is refining its biometric hardware, the overall display design remains largely unchanged.

In short, the Dynamic Island is not going away anytime soon. The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are still expected to feature the pill-shaped cutout, although it may become slightly smaller as Apple continues to improve its hardware integration.

As with all early leaks, final details will only be confirmed once Apple officially unveils the device. Until then, consumers should treat dramatic design claims with caution, especially when they rely on translated sources.

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FAQs

Is Apple removing the Dynamic Island from the iPhone 18?

No, current information suggests the Dynamic Island will remain on the iPhone 18 Pro models, though it may be slightly refined.

What caused the confusion around the iPhone 18 leaks?

The confusion appears to have come from a mistranslation of Chinese-language leaks that discussed internal Face ID changes rather than a new display design.

Will the iPhone 18 have under-display Face ID?

Apple is reportedly moving some Face ID components under the display, but this does not eliminate the Dynamic Island.

Will the selfie camera design change

At this stage, there is no confirmed evidence that Apple will switch to a hole-punch selfie camera on the iPhone 18 Pro.

When will Apple officially announce the iPhone 18?

Apple typically unveils new iPhones in September, so official details are expected later in 2026.

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