Apple seems to be planning something pretty exciting for the iPhone’s 20th anniversary in 2027 — a truly full-screen device with no visible front camera or Face ID components!
According to a report from The Information, which cited sources familiar with Apple’s plans, at least one iPhone model launching in 2027 will feature a “completely edge-to-edge display.” The company is reportedly working on placing both the front camera and the Face ID sensors under the screen, eliminating the need for notches or cutouts we’ve become used to.
A Vision Years in the Making
The 2027 model will mark 20 years since the very first iPhone, making this a huge milestone for Apple. It could also be the realization of a vision Apple’s former design chief, Jony Ive, had for an uninterrupted, all-screen iPhone. And now, it looks like Apple might finally be ready to deliver on that dream.
This all-screen design is expected to debut on the higher-end models — likely the iPhone 19 Pro series — when they launch in September 2027. It’s certainly shaping up to be a landmark moment for Apple!
Under-Screen Tech Coming in Phases
Apple isn’t diving straight into a full-screen iPhone just yet — it looks like they’ll be rolling out these changes gradually. According to the latest rumors, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, set to launch in 2026, are expected to feature under-display Face ID, with just a small hole left for the front camera.
This would mean saying goodbye to the current pill-shaped cutout and stepping closer to the sleek, seamless display Apple’s been working toward. It’s like a little preview of the full-screen future, marking a transitional step as the company makes its way to that edge-to-edge display.
Supporting the Timeline
This timeline also makes sense when you look at past reports. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman previously shared that Apple is working on moving some of the Dynamic Island components under the screen, which aligns with these latest updates. While there was earlier talk of under-display Face ID appearing on the iPhone 16 Pro, it seems Apple has shifted its focus to 2026 or beyond, which lines up with what we’re hearing now.
Challenges With Under-Display Cameras
While under-display camera tech has already made its debut with a few smartphone brands, like the Nubia Z70S Ultra Photographer Edition, it hasn’t quite perfected the image quality just yet. The technology has faced some hiccups, especially in terms of how well the camera performs when hidden under the screen.
It looks like Apple is taking its time to make sure everything works just right. With a few years still before the big 2027 launch, Apple is expected to be refining these under-screen sensors to improve their performance. The goal? A smooth, full-screen iPhone experience that lives up to the high standards Apple fans expect.
