Apple is reportedly planning to alter its annual iPhone release cycle, potentially delaying the standard iPhone 18 until spring 2027. This would mark the first time in over a decade that Apple skips a calendar year for its core iPhone model. The company is expected to launch premium models like the iPhone 18 Pro and a foldable iPhone in fall 2026, with the standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, and iPhone Air 2 following later. This staggered release aims to better position its expanding product portfolio, reduce internal competition, and manage supply chain pressures.