Fresh leaks shared by popular tipster Jon Prosser in mid-January 2026 suggest that the iPhone 18 Pro Max could be Apple’s biggest visual and performance upgrade in years.
From a cleaner display to powerful cameras and Apple’s own modem, this phone looks ready to push boundaries ahead of its expected September 2026 launch.
Major Design Changes
Apple may finally introduce under-display Face ID, shrinking the Dynamic Island into a tiny cutout for the selfie camera in the top-left corner.
This creates a nearly full-screen experience on the massive 6.9-inch LTPO OLED display, which could reach over 2500 nits brightness.
New premium colors like burgundy, brown, and purple are rumored, paired with a titanium frame.
Apple is also testing pressure-sensitive buttons instead of traditional capacitive controls for better durability and feedback.
Camera That Changes Everything
The iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to feature a triple 48MP camera system — main, ultrawide, and a periscope telephoto lens with 4x optical zoom.
A variable aperture main sensor may dramatically improve low-light photos and natural background blur.
The front camera could jump to 18MP, while rumors hint at a possible 1-inch primary sensor, pushing mobile photography closer to DSLR quality.
Satellite connectivity may also assist advanced photography and emergency features.
Performance & Battery Boost
At its core, the phone may run on Apple’s A20 Pro chip, built on TSMC’s advanced 2nm process, paired with 12GB RAM.
Leaks suggest up to 15% faster performance and 30% better efficiency, especially for AI tasks powered by Apple Intelligence.
Apple’s in-house C2 modem could replace Qualcomm, improving 5G satellite support and preparing for future 6G networks.
A large ~5,100mAh battery and storage options up to 2TB are also expected.
Launch Timeline & Price
Apple is likely to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro Max in September 2026, while standard models may arrive later.
Pricing is still uncertain, but a premium starting point around $1,199 is expected.
As always, these are early leaks — but if even half of them come true, the iPhone 18 Pro Max could be one of Apple’s most exciting releases ever.
