The Future of Face ID: When Will Under-Screen Technology Come to the iPhone?
Speculation continues regarding when Apple will introduce under-display Face ID in its iPhones.
According to renowned display analyst Ross Young, a roadmap presented in April 2023 indicated that the iPhone 17 Pro models would be equipped with under-display Face ID technology. However, in May of the same year, he reported that this anticipated launch had been postponed until at least 2026. This postponement suggests that we might see under-screen Face ID debut in the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max releases next year.
Possible Features and Design Implications
If the next generation of iPhones does incorporate under-display Face ID capabilities, it is likely that there will still be a small pinhole for the front camera positioned at the top of the screen—likely echoing trends seen in leading Android devices like Google’s Pixel series and Samsung’s Galaxy models.
Young has also previously speculated that future iterations may not only feature an embedded Face ID system but also bring an under-display camera into play. Should both features materialize, Apple could finally achieve an uninterrupted screen design reminiscent of former design chief Jony Ive’s vision for a completely all-screen smartphone.
Latest Developments from Apple
Exciting Updates in CarPlay
The forthcoming update to iOS version 18.4 is set to enhance Apple’s CarPlay with notable improvements. One significant change will allow CarPlay users to view three rows of icons instead of just two—this enhancement aims particularly at vehicles boasting larger center displays. A user on MacRumors forums highlighted this new layout while using a Toyota Tundra as their reference vehicle.
Critique from Industry Experts
In recent discussions on Daring Fireball, tech commentator John Gruber critiqued Apple’s delays surrounding personalized Siri features by posing pointed remarks about how these setbacks are affecting Apple’s credibility within tech communities—a sentiment echoed by many industry observers over recent keynotes and product launches.
The Anticipated Launches Ahead
A New Generation of AirPods Approaching
Although Apple’s AirPods Pro second-generation earbuds have maintained their dominance since their release over two years ago, anticipation grows for AirPods Pro third-generation set for expected launch visibility near mid-decade (circa August or September). For individuals contemplating acquiring top-tier wireless earbuds from Apple now may wish to consider whether waiting for these newer offerings might prove beneficial given continuous enhancements noted across product reviews through anonymous surveys around audio performance and noise-cancelation efficiency benchmarks.’
A Noteworthy Setting Addition?
This latest update (iOS version TBD) introduces an eagerly awaited setting allowing users outside the U.S.—specifically within EU territories—to select navigation apps other than Apple Maps as default options; thus enabling smoother transitions between applications such as Google Maps or Waze during route planning initiatives via Settings adjustments menu prompts!
