Apple is preparing to unveil the iPhone 18 series in the coming period, while leaks about the most prominent upgrades that may reach the new generation are increasing. The latest information indicates that the iPhone 18 Pro Max may have an advanced camera feature that makes it different from the rest of the series.

Exclusive Feature for the Pro Max
 

According to a new leak by the well-known leaker Ice Universe on Weibo, Apple may decide to make the variable aperture camera exclusive to the iPhone 18 Pro Max, instead of providing it in both the Pro and Pro Max models as indicated by previous leaks. The size of the camera sensor is believed to be one reason why Apple might restrict this technology to the larger model. Adding a variable aperture mechanism could also increase the weight of the phone compared to the previous generation.

Better Control Over Lighting and Photography
 

The variable aperture camera allows for better control over the amount of light reaching the sensor, giving the phone greater flexibility in handling different lighting conditions. It also enables improved control over depth of field during photography. This step comes after years of other companies experimenting with this technology; Samsung introduced a variable aperture on the main camera of the Galaxy S9 before later abandoning it due to challenges related to space and cost.

The leaks also suggest that the iPhone 18 Pro models may receive other upgrades to the camera system, including an improved telephoto camera with a wider lens aperture.
However, this information remains within the realm of leaks and speculation until Apple officially announces the specifications of the iPhone 18 phones. Therefore, the final details may differ when it is released.