by Tim Hardwick
Macworld reports that iOS 27 beta 5, released to developers on Monday, contains hidden code revealing six unreleased iPhone models – although you’ve probably heard of them before.
The following references are said to have been found alongside references to existing iPhone models, in system files associated with the iPhone’s battery drivers and Battery Intelligence features:
- V62 — iPhone Air 2
- V63 — iPhone 18 Pro
- V64 — iPhone 18 Pro Max
- V67 — iPhone 18
- V68 — iPhone Ultra
- V69 — iPhone 18e
It’s the first time the full iPhone 18 lineup has been mentioned in code found in an iOS 27 beta. To be clear, the discovered references are the codes in bold, excluding the names (which are inferred) but these internal Apple identifiers have appeared in previous leaks or have been used by Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman in his reporting, allowing them to be matched to the expected iPhone models.
Apple has not publicly confirmed the existence of any upcoming iPhone 18 models, but regular readers will know that they have been heavily rumored for several months now.
Apple is taking a different launch approach to the iPhone 18 series this time around, with a split-launch strategy that will see the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and foldable iPhone Ultra unveiled in September. For the first time, the regular iPhone 18 will be launched in the spring of 2027 alongside the iPhone 18e and iPhone Air 2.
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