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India Today
5 days ago
- Business
- India Today
iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and Fold likely to be powered by Apple A20 using breakthrough 2nm tech
Apple is planning a major change in the way it builds chips for its iPhones, and the impact could be huge. In a research note with equity research firm GF Securities this week, Apple analyst Jeff Pu claimed that the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and Apple's first foldable phone — possibly called the iPhone 18 Fold — will all be powered by a brand-new A20 chip. What makes this chip special is that it is expected to be made using TSMC's second-generation 2nm technology, which will be the most advanced in the smartphone world when it arrives in now, Apple's latest iPhones use chips built on the 3nm process, like the A18 Pro in the iPhone 16 Pro. Moving to 2nm means the chip will be even smaller and more power-efficient, which could lead to better battery life and smoother performance. But the real game-changer lies in how this chip will be to use new chip packaging tech for first time on iPhoneThe A20 chip won't just be powerful because of the 2nm process. Apple is also said to use a new chip packaging technique called WMCM, or Wafer-Level Multi-Chip Module. While that might sound too technical, here's a simple way to understand it: Think of a chip as a tiny brain, and memory (RAM) as its workspace. In most phones today, these parts are connected using a small "bridge" — like a tiny road. But in this new packaging method, Apple will place the chip and memory closer together, right at the wafer level, without using that road or bridge at closer connection can help the chip work faster and use less power, especially for tasks that need quick memory access — like AI, image processing, and high-end games. It is similar to how in a kitchen, if everything you need is within reach, you work faster and more already preparing for large-scale productionBehind the scenes, Apple's chip partner TSMC is getting ready to build these new A20 chips using WMCM, according to Pu. The company is setting up a dedicated production line and expects to start producing up to 50,000 wafers per month by late 2026. That number could more than double in 2027 as more devices adopt this tech. For your reference, a wafer is a thin, round slice of semiconductor material (usually silicon) on which thousands of tiny chips are made. Apple's move to this new packaging also shows how quickly smartphone chips are catching up with high-end computer chips used in data centres and AI iPhone could become a hardware testbedInterestingly, Apple is not just limiting this new chip to the Pro models. The iPhone 18 Fold, which will be Apple's first foldable iPhone, is also expected to come with the A20 chip. This suggests Apple sees its foldable not just as a fancy new design, but also as a serious performer with cutting-edge hardware this change in chip design could bring major improvements to speed, efficiency, and even heat management. For everyday users, that could mean longer battery life, faster app launches, and better handling of AI features — all without needing a bigger battery or thicker Apple hasn't confirmed any of this officially. But, with the iPhone 18 lineup still more than a year away, these early reports already give us a hint at how Apple is planning to stay ahead in the smartphone race.
India Today
09-05-2025
- Business
- India Today
Why Apple will launch iPhone 18 in 2 events
Why Apple will launch iPhone 18 in 2 events By Divya Bhati Apple is reportedly planning its first foldable iPhone, likely named iPhone 18 Fold, which will definitely need a dedicated spotlight separate from regular models. First foldable iPhone The iPhone 18 series may include as many as six models, making it the largest lineup in Apple's history and too vast for a single event. 6 new iPhones in iPhone 18 series To avoid customer confusion and maintain product clarity, Apple is likely planning to divide the launch across two distinct phases. Two launches anticipated Premium models like the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, Air, and Fold are expected to debut in September 2026, aligning with Apple's traditional high-profile fall launch window. First launch in 2026 Entry-level models such as the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e may be introduced later, in early 2027, allowing Apple to sustain momentum into the new year. Second launch in 2027 This two-event strategy will probably give Apple more room to market the foldable as its revolutionary new product without overshadowing or being overshadowed by other models. Why this strategy The staggered release also helps Apple differentiate pricing and specifications clearly, potentially preparing customers for a premium price tag on the foldable. Pricing strategy
India Today
05-05-2025
- India Today
Apple may not launch iPhone 18 next year because it has other plans
Every year since 2007, Apple has released at least one new iPhone. Over the course of time, more models were added to offer more advanced features, including larger screens. From one to two, two to four, four to now five, the iPhone has grown big time both in scale and capability. But there is always room for more – like, for instance, where is Apple's foldable iPhone? A new report suggests that it is almost ready and coming the weekend, The Information reported about Apple's highly secretive plans for its 2026-2027 iPhone launch cycle. If the company sticks with its current naming scheme, the subject of interest here is the iPhone 18 series. This lineup, which, given Apple's regular launch schedule, will come in 2026 because this year, we'll get the iPhone 17. Yes, we are getting too far ahead of ourselves, but here is why it is a big deal: per the report, Apple will launch its maiden foldable next it is called iPhone 18 Fold or something else is not clear at the time of writing, but it is so big – understandably – that its arrival is causing Apple to make a few big changes around how it usually launches iPhones. All modern-day iPhones are launched in September. At least that is the case with the top-dollar ones anyway. There are outliers like the iPhone 16e with their own separate launch window, but they are few and far between. But with the iPhone 18 series, Apple is prepping as many as six models. These are: iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, iPhone 18 Air, iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone 18 Fold (please note that all this is tentative).advertisement The report says, because such an expansive lineup may create confusion, Apple is looking to split the lineup into two with four of the models, iPhone 18 Air, iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone 18 Fold, set for launch in September 2026 while the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e could be pushed to early 2027. It makes sense to have the latest and greatest iPhones get all the limelight ahead of the holiday season, even as the promise of more affordable iPhones coming, keeps things fresh and exciting. The move should allow Apple to spread out its products evenly, putting out clear demarcation in terms of specs and pricing. It seems like a great marketing move. There is a chance that Apple might increase the prices. Its foldable is expected to be quite pricey anyway, so while the strategy may seem risky, Apple must have some plan to offset it, if the purported shakeup is in the works alleged iPhone 18 Fold is tipped to have a 5.7-inch cover display and a near 8-inch folding one. The book-style foldable (think Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold) will be 4.5–4.8mm thick when unfolded and have Face ID biometrics, reports say. It is, of course, advisable to take all this information with a pinch of salt until Apple doesn't announce something concrete about it.
