a 20th anniversary iPhone variant set for 2027 is anticipated to showcase a significant redesign to commemorate the milestone, akin to what the company executed in 2017 with the iPhone X. We have consistently referred to this iPhone version as the iPhone 20, a temporary title that aligns with the iPhone X example, but research organization Omdia has just provided an unexpected development. ETNews indicates that senior analyst Heo Moo-yeol mentioned at a conference on Wednesday that Apple is set to unveil the inaugural iPhone 20 model in early 2027, alongside the budget-conscious iPhone 18e. In the latter part of 2027, the “iPhone 20 Air, Pro, Pro Max, and iPhone Fold 2” will be launched.
Omdia hints at an extensive rebranding for the iPhone, which goes beyond simply omitting the iPhone 19 name. Initially, the iPhone 19 would be what we would anticipate Apple to utilize in 2027, following the release of the iPhone 18 series expected next year. However, since 2027 celebrates the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, Apple will be keen to unveil an iPhone 20. Interestingly, Apple bypassed the iPhone 9 series in 2017 when it introduced the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and iPhone X.
Furthermore, Omdia’s forecast corresponds with other insights suggesting that Apple will revamp its iPhone lineup next September. The first iPhone Fold will be part of the iPhone 18 series. Consequently, the standard iPhone 18 will be deferred to the first half of 2027. However, if Heo’s
