iPhone 18 Pro Leaks Make You Shocked! Camera Module is Said to be Thicker

JAKARTA - Apple is back in the spotlight after the latest leak about the iPhone 18 Pro. This time, it's not the overall design that changes drastically, but the thickness of the rear camera module that is said to increase by about 2 millimeters compared to the previous generation.

If the rumor is true, this increase is one of the most significant physical changes to the iPhone Pro line in recent years. Although it looks small on paper, an additional 2 mm on a smartphone is a fairly significant change and has the potential to change the experience when holding the device.

iPhone 18 Pro Camera Module Said to Be Thicker

The information was shared by the Fixed Focus Digital technology leaker account via the Weibo platform. Citing a source from the supply chain, the account said Apple would make changes to the aluminum body design of the iPhone 18 Pro.

Initially, the rumor was interpreted as an increase in the thickness of the entire body of the device by about 2 mm. However, the latest information indicates that the change is most likely only on the rear camera module.

This means that the main body of the iPhone 18 Pro still maintains dimensions similar to the iPhone 17 Pro, while the camera protrusion is made higher to accommodate larger camera components.

Camera Upgrade is the Main Reason

The addition of the camera module size is considered reasonable considering Apple continues to improve photography capabilities in the Pro line.

Larger camera sensors require more space, including for image stabilization systems (sensor-shift), larger lenses, and periscope technology that is expected to continue to be improved in the next generation.

The larger the camera sensor, the more light it can capture so that the quality of the photo, especially in low light conditions, can be significantly improved.

Larger Battery Also Likely to Come

In addition to the camera, there is also speculation that the additional physical space is related to increased battery capacity.

In recent months, a number of rumors have suggested that Apple is working to increase the battery life of the iPhone 18 Pro through a combination of a larger capacity battery and an energy-efficient 2-nanometer process-based A20 Pro chip.

If the thickness increase is not only on the camera module, Apple has the potential to embed a battery cell with a larger physical size without having to drastically change the dimensions of the device.

Aluminum Still Chosen by Apple

Another rumor that has been strengthened again is the use of an aluminum alloy frame on the iPhone 18 Pro.

Although previously there had been speculation that Apple would return to titanium as in previous generations, Fixed Focus Digital claims that aluminum remains the main choice.

The material is considered to have better heat dissipation capabilities, as well as being lighter and more efficient in terms of production.

However, until now Apple has not confirmed the materials that will be used in the iPhone 18 Pro.

Will the iPhone 18 Pro Be 10.75 mm Thick?

If the entire body really increases by about 2 mm, then the thickness of the iPhone 18 Pro will reach about 10.75 mm.

For comparison, the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max have a thickness of around 8.75 mm.

The increase to 10.75 mm means an increase of about 23 percent, a fairly large figure for a premium smartphone. Therefore, many analysts consider this scenario unlikely to happen.

A more plausible explanation is that Apple is simply enlarging the camera module, while the main body still has almost the same dimensions as the previous generation.

Rumors Still Need to Be Confirmed

Although Fixed Focus Digital has managed to leak Apple products several times before the launch, its track record is still diverse. A number of their predictions have proven accurate, but not a few have missed.

Therefore, all information regarding the iPhone 18 Pro currently needs to be treated as rumors until Apple officially introduces the device, which is expected to take place in September 2026.

iPhone 18 Pro Specifications (Rumor)

The rear camera module is about 2 mm thicker

The overall design remains similar to the iPhone 17 Pro

Aluminum alloy frame

Improved camera system

Potential for a larger capacity battery

Possible to use A20 Pro 2nm chip

Launch is expected September 2026

If Apple really enlarges the camera module, the decision reflects the company's priority changes. For years Apple has been trying to make the iPhone thinner, but the industry trend is now shifting towards improving camera quality and battery life.

From a technical perspective, the additional thickness on the camera module is a more reasonable compromise than thickening the entire body of the device. This approach allows Apple to improve the quality of photography without sacrificing ergonomics when held. If rumors about larger camera sensors and higher capacity batteries prove true, the iPhone 18 Pro has the potential to offer the most noticeable improvement in the Pro line in recent years.