Macworld iconMacworldAug 25, 2026 ~1 min source read

20th Anniversary iPhone: Everything we know so far

So next year, it will turn 20 years old, and rumors point to Apple commemorating the event with a special 20th-anniversary model. It's not expected to launch on June 29 (it will probably be in September, as usual), and it may not be a special one-off product, but rather the next major evolution of the iPhone, much like the iPhone X in 2017.

20th Anniversary iPhone: Everything we know so far

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So next year, it will turn 20 years old, and rumors point to Apple commemorating the event with a special 20th-anniversary model.

Apple is expected to mark the iPhone's 20th anniversary in 2027 with a near-all-screen design, curved glass, ultra-thin bezels, and two Pro-sized models.

It's not expected to launch on June 29 (it will probably be in September, as usual), and it may not be a special one-off product, but rather the next major evolution of the iPhone, much like the iPhone X in...

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So next year, it will turn 20 years old, and rumors point to Apple commemorating the event with a special 20th-anniversary model. It's not expected to launch on June 29 (it will probably be in September, as usual), and it may not be a special one-off product, but rather the next major evolution of the iPhone, much like the iPhone X in 2017. Apple is expected to mark the iPhone's 20th anniversary in 2027 with a near-all-screen design, curved glass, ultra-thin bezels, and two Pro-sized models.

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  • Face ID could move under the display, leaving only a small punch-hole front camera for a cleaner look.
  • Rumored upgrades include a new Sony camera sensor, solid-state haptic buttons, and a silicon-anode battery for better battery life.
  • The phone is expected to feature the A21 Pro chip, C3 modem, and improved wireless connectivity for better performance and efficiency.
  • Expected to launch in September 2027, with a starting price of around $1,299 or more.

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Macworld The original iPhone was released on June 29, 2007. Either way, the big two-oh is supposed to bring something really special.

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