20th Anniversary iPhone Could Blend Haptic Buttons Into Curved Edges
Source: MacRumors
Rumor Overview
Chinese leaker Instant Digital claims that the rumored 20th‑anniversary iPhone will use a solid‑state haptic button system to replace traditional mechanical buttons. The system is said to work when wearing gloves or with wet hands, in extreme temperatures, and even when the phone has a case on.
According to the leaker, an ultra‑low‑energy microprocessor will keep the solid‑state buttons functional even when the handset is powered off or the battery is depleted. The proposed haptic feedback would cover the Side button, volume buttons, Action button, and Camera Control button, allowing the device’s edges to curve down around all four sides for a borderless visual experience.
Background on Solid‑State Buttons
- Project Bongo (2023): Earlier reports suggested Apple intended to introduce solid‑state buttons with the iPhone 15 Pro, but the plan was canceled late in development.
- iPhone 16 Pro: The feature was later rumored for the iPhone 16 Pro before being shelved indefinitely.
Additional Reported Features for the 2027 Device
The same Weibo post lists several other features that have been repeatedly rumored for the 2027 iPhone:
- Dual‑layer OLED panel
- Under‑display Face ID
- Under‑display front‑facing camera
- 6,000 mAh battery
- Under‑display audio (eliminating the earpiece slit)
- Reverse wireless charging
- Next‑generation Ceramic Shield
It is unclear whether the latter items are based on concrete supply‑chain information or are simply wish‑list items.
Leaker Credibility
Instant Digital has a solid track record for Apple rumors, having accurately reported the launch of the 2023 Yellow iPhone 14 and the frosted back glass of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus.
This article first appeared on MacRumors.com.