01.28.2026
A new rumor claims that Apple is considering adding a DSLR-like teleconverter to the iPhone 18 Pro, increasing the cameras' focal length and zoom.The current iPhone 17 Pro Max's camerasPrevious

The current iPhone 17 Pro Max's cameras
Previous rumors about the iPhone 18 Pro have included the claim that it will feature a variable aperture camera. Now a new report from leaker "Smart Pikachu" on Weibo backs up the variable aperture camera — but also introduces a totally new rumor.
While the claim offers no details, it says that a teleconverter is being evaluated. That would be a kind of magnifying lens that increases the camera's focal length.
Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible
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