Apple’s vision for an ‘all-screen’ iPhone is one of the most ambitious projects it has embarked on. This innovative iPhone, set to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Apple’s iconic phone line, promises to be a groundbreaking design featuring a single sheet of glass.
However, industry experts suggest that achieving this lofty goal will take Apple at least half a decade.
According to display analyst Ross Young, Apple’s iPhone will undergo three key phases before reaching its ultimate ‘all-screen’ design. Although rumors had previously hinted at the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, which are slated for next year, sporting a punch-hole display and Face ID components beneath the screen, Young has pushed back this prediction, saying that this major change won’t happen until 2028, when the iPhone 20 series is expected to launch.
Next year, iPhone 18 models will feature a smaller pill-shaped cutout for Face ID, marking a gradual shift toward that future vision
. It will be a smaller iteration of the current design, but the bigger changes will come much later. By 2030, Apple aims to deliver its ‘all-screen’ iPhone, where the selfie camera and Face ID will be embedded directly under the OLED display, making the front entirely uninterrupted by any cutouts.
As Apple’s cautious approach continues, with gradual design updates year by year, many expect the company to take its time in achieving the ‘all-screen’ iPhone. The challenge is significant. The primary technical hurdle is solving the image degradation issue that arises when placing the front camera behind the OLED screen. Additionally, questions remain about how effectively Face ID will work with all components hidden behind the display. Apple’s focus on perfection and precision is likely the reason for the extended timeline, so while we are all eager for the future, patience is essential.