iPhone 18 Pro Series to Feature Variable Aperture Camera First
Publish date: December 24, 2024, by: Hussain
Apple introduced its iPhone 16 lineup two months ago, yet speculation regarding the iPhone 17 is already rampant. Additionally, discussions about the iPhone 18 series, expected to launch in 2026, have begun to surface. Recently, Ming-Chi Kuo, an analyst at TF Securities International, suggested that the iPhone 18 lineup will feature advanced camera technology that could greatly enhance image quality, including a variable aperture system.
In a post on Medium, Kuo reiterated his forecast for the iPhone 18 Pro, emphasizing that it will likely be the first Apple device to feature a variable aperture camera. He noted that BE Semiconductor (BESI) is responsible for supplying the assembly equipment necessary for the aperture blades, which are essential for this enhancement. This innovation would allow users to control the light intake, similar to the DSLR-style aperture control found in Android devices like the Xiaomi 14 Ultra and Honor Magic 7 Pro, as well as Samsung's earlier implementation in the Galaxy S9 series.
The wide camera of the iPhone 18 Pro is set to feature a variable aperture enhancement in 2026. BESI will provide the assembly equipment necessary for the aperture blades, which are essential for this improvement.
