Latest iOS 27 Beta References Six Unreleased iPhone Models

[MacRumors]

Macworld reports that iOS 27 beta 5, released to developers on Monday, contains hidden code revealing six unreleased iPhone models – although you've probably heard of them before.

The following references are said to have been found alongside references to existing iPhone models, in system files associated with the iPhone's battery drivers and Battery Intelligence features:

• V62 — iPhone Air 2
• V63 — iPhone 18 Pro
• V64 — iPhone 18 Pro Max
• V67 — iPhone 18
• V68 — iPhone Ultra
• V69 — iPhone 18e

It's the first time the full iPhone 18 lineup has been mentioned in code found in an iOS 27 beta. To be clear, the discovered references are the codes in bold, excluding the names (which are inferred) but these internal Apple identifiers have appeared in previous leaks or have been used by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman in his reporting, allowing them to be matched to the expected iPhone models.

Apple has not publicly confirmed the existence of any upcoming iPhone 18 models, but regular readers will know that they have been heavily rumored for several months now.

Apple is taking a different launch approach to the iPhone 18 series this time around, with a split-launch strategy that will see the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and foldable iPhone Ultra unveiled in September. For the first time, the regular iPhone 18 will be launched in the spring of 2027 alongside the iPhone 18e and iPhone Air 2.

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[abatabia]

Ah the same rumors every year are upon us. Like comfort food. Makes me excited for fall weather.

 

[gtmead09]

First time in a long time I am debating not upgrading. I have no interest in a fold phone. If its a processor and camera again this year, I just don't see the point.

 

[boswald]

I'm just glad Fall is approaching! I am so sick of this heat.

 

[svish]

Looking forward to seeing the first foldable from Apple and also the other iPhones. Waiting to hear more on the possible color options for the base 18.

 

[everybodylovesramen]

you’d think they’d minimize the lineup to trim the fat and make the profits easier- and yet

maybe that’s for the new CEO to do next year.

 

[GoodTimeNotALongTime]

I am still rocking an iPhone 12 Pro so I will be first in line for the 18 Pro this year. I figure I have waited long enough 🙂

 

[gnyce]

actually wanted to upgrade from the 17 pro to the air 2 but can't see myself waiting that long

 

[Ma2k5]

First time in a long time I am debating not upgrading. I have no interest in a fold phone. If its a processor and camera again this year, I just don't see the point.

What point did you see last few years then?

 

[JoshCalvetti]

wait a minute, there will be new iphones?

 

[gtmead09]

What point did you see last few years then?

Trying to stay current on hardware cause I anticipated that for example RAM would be needed to be able to take full advantage of the new AI features when Apple finally got it figured out.

 

[jeroenvip]

Went from iPhone 13 to 17, and the next one will be 21.

Funny thing is, the number keeps changing… but the stuff I do with it hasn’t.

 

[Hammerd]

What point did you see last few years then?

The color
/s

New design, aluminum body and vapor chamber for better cooling, more RAM, bigger battery, better modem, better SoC, upgraded cameras including center stage selfie camera…

 

[tomtad]

It’s ‘iPhone Duo’ not ‘iPhone Ultra’

 

[EvilEvil]

Too many SKUs. Apple really needs to go back to 1 SKU a year.

 

[AkzsytNats]

First time in a long time I am debating not upgrading. I have no interest in a fold phone. If its a processor and camera again this year, I just don't see the point.

Foldable just don’t ring my bell. I get it’s neat technology and kind of gives you two devices but price is a big factor and compromise. For those that buy into the foldable phones that’s great, enjoy but for me it’s a no.

 

[falconxp]

Probably upgrade to the 18Pro 512GB but it depends on the price hike in Europe and the trade-in value of my current iPhone.

 

[Mazda 3s]

You're missing one: V-Max 🤣

 

[d-klumpp]

actually wanted to upgrade from the 17 pro to the air 2 but can't see myself waiting that long

Yes, the staggered release is annoying. My wife needs to upgrade from her ailing 14. She's really the target market for the Air 2, and I can't really see her lugging around an 18 Pro. So as the household geek, I'm in an unusual recommendation quandary.