iPhone Lineup Could Reach Six Models by 2027, Offering More Choices Than Ever
Okay, so, if rumors are true, by 2027, choosing a new iPhone might feel like navigating a maze. We're potentially looking at six different models hitting the market. It seems like Apple is considering shaking things up by splitting their releases into two separate launch windows each year.
Think about it: You could have the iPhone 18 and 18e showing up in the first half of the year. Then, later, you'd get the first of the iPhone 19 models. It's a lot to take in!
What's interesting to me is that Apple is likely to keep some of the older models around. Right now, they still sell the iPhone 15 alongside the newer iPhone 16 series. For months, you could even buy the iPhone 14. If that's the case, we might see the iPhone 17 still on sale when these new models drop. That'd be quite a selection!
Personally, I think it could be a bit overwhelming for consumers. On the one hand, more choices are good. However, it might make it harder for the average person to figure out which iPhone is actually right for them. I wonder if Apple will focus on better distinguishing the features and benefits of each model to help people decide. It would be a smart idea to improve their website to allow people to compare, feature by feature, the different options and prices, to help in the decision process.
Source: Mac Rumors