The Apple iPhone 18 Pro could feature an LTPO Plus Display and under-screen Face ID on September 2026

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Rumour says Apple is moving toward more power-efficient LTPO Plus OLED screens for the 2026 Pro models. These new panels are expected to help improve battery performance and support smooth refresh rates that users now expect from premium smartphones. So, what should you know about it?

For your information, Apple may place the TrueDepth Face ID components under the display surface, reducing the need for larger notches or visible sensor housing on the front. Most leaks point to Apple using under-screen infrared technology to make this possible.

Additionally, there is still debate among well-known leakers about how the front-facing camera and Dynamic Island feature will appear. Some claims say the traditional pill-shaped Dynamic Island will shrink or disappear, replaced by only a small hole-punch for the selfie camera in the top-left corner.

Other sources suggest that a smaller version of the Dynamic Island may remain in place even with under-screen Face ID in use. The exact final design remains uncertain, and Apple often tests multiple configurations before release.

Additional rumours include several Pro models maintaining similar 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch display sizes as seen in the current iPhone 17 Pro lineup, as well as potential improvements such as a new A20 Pro chip, more advanced camera hardware, and minor aesthetic refinements. All of these points together signal notable but incremental changes ahead of the 2026 release.

 

Rumoured tech specs for the iPhone 18 Pro series

Below are the key features that have been circulating in reports so far:

  • LTPO Plus OLED display technology for better power efficiency and smooth performance.
  • Under-screen Face ID sensors are integrated under the display glass.
  • Smaller visible cutouts, possibly a top-left hole punch for the front camera.
  • Dynamic Island changes, either smaller or possibly removed entirely.
  • Maintained screen sizes, likely around 6.3 inches for the Pro and 6.9 inches for the Pro Max.
  • Expected release in September 2026 as part of Apple’s usual annual cycle.

 

Will Apple’s rumoured display and Face ID design changes improve the front-screen experience? Will this set a new direction for iPhones in Malaysia and beyond?

 

 

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