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iPhone 18 series development, pricing, and US manufacturing

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The iPhone 18 Pro series features the A20 Pro chip, built on a 2nm process using a wafer-level multichip module design to improve heat dissipation and performance. This chip offers a reported 20% performance boost and enhanced AI capabilities running on iOS 27. Hardware includes a 48MP Pro Fusion camera with a physical variable aperture (ƒ/1.48 to ƒ/4.0) and an 18MP Center Stage selfie sensor. This bladed aperture allows filmmakers to adjust lens settings to control exposure without adjusting ISO or using external ND filters, helping maintain consistent image quality and noise levels. Director Zach Cregger has noted the device's utility in professional workflows for shot planning. The Pro Max model offers optical-quality zoom up to 8x. Battery performance supports up to 36 hours of local video playback, with 40-watt fast charging capable of reaching 50% capacity in 20 minutes. Apple’s foldable iPhone Duo features dual 48MP cameras, 12GB of RAM, and a 7.6-inch internal flexible display. To support these devices, Apple is expanding its American Manufacturing Program (AMP). The company is committing up to $100 million to the Pennsylvania-based Perryman Company to supply grade 5 titanium for the iPhone Duo enclosure. Additionally, Delaware-based Qnity Electronics will produce advanced films for the iPhone 18 Pro’s variable aperture system. Other domestic manufacturing efforts include chip production by Broadcom in Colorado and TSMC in Arizona, cover glass production by Corning in Kentucky, and laser technology from Coherent in Texas. Following the late 2026 release of the Pro, Pro Max, and Duo models, the remaining lineup is expected in the first half of 2027. Reports indicate Apple may shift its release strategy, potentially delaying the standard model until that 2027 window. The standard iPhone 18 is expected to feature a 6.3-inch 120Hz OLED display, a 48MP dual-camera system, and the A20 chip, alongside a larger battery than the iPhone 17. While iPhone 18 Pro models have seen minor price adjustments in some markets, the standard model is rumored to see a price increase due to advanced components.

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