iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Expected to Feature Smaller Dynamic Island
Source: MacRumors
Rumors about the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Dynamic Island
Recent Bloomberg report
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to feature a smaller Dynamic Island, according to Bloomberg. Over the past year, rumors have conflicted over whether the iPhone 18 Pro models will retain the Dynamic Island, switch to a hole‑punch camera with under‑display Face ID, or eliminate the Dynamic Island altogether. The latest information suggests Apple will keep the Dynamic Island, but reduce its size.
Leaker confirmation
Several prominent leakers on Weibo and other social media platforms have echoed Bloomberg’s claim, stating that Apple will shrink the Dynamic Island rather than remove it.
Historical context
A similar rumor circulated last year about a smaller Dynamic Island for the iPhone 17 Pro, but the feature ultimately remained the same size. Rumors about the Dynamic Island have intensified in late 2025 and early 2026, and when multiple independent sources converge on the same detail in the months leading up to a new iPhone launch, those rumors are often accurate.
Earlier 2025 speculation
Earlier in 2025, speculation about Face ID without a Dynamic Island emerged, suggesting Apple might have considered removing the feature for the iPhone 18 Pro lineup before deciding to retain it. Confusion may also have arisen regarding what components are moving under the display versus what remains within the Dynamic Island.
Technical expectations
Current expectations are that camera miniaturization technology will reduce the size of the front‑facing camera system. The front‑facing camera, Face ID dot projector, and infrared camera are anticipated to be housed within the Dynamic Island, rather than being placed under the display.
Future possibilities
A completely cut‑out‑free slab of glass could appear on a future anniversary iPhone (potentially the 2027 model), but it is unlikely to be introduced with the iPhone 18 Pro models slated for fall 2026.