According to a recent rumor from China, Apple is expected to initiate mass production testing of the iPhone 18 series devices in early January 2026, proceeding sequentially on the production line.
Actual full-scale production is reportedly planned to commence shortly before the Chinese New Year, which falls on February 17, 2026. Sources indicate that the iPhone 18 Pro production line is already established, and the upcoming model may not feature significant exterior design changes as widely anticipated.
iPhone 17 ProIt remains unclear why Apple would start production testing so early in the year, especially considering the typical September launch timeline. This unusual timing suggests the rumor should be approached with caution.
Source (in Chinese)
