Rumors have surfaced online that the anniversary iPhone 20 will feature a radically new curved design with bezels just 1.1 mm thick. If confirmed, this would be the most noticeable change to the iPhone’s appearance since the iPhone X. However, the source of these rumors is an account without a proven track record, so they should be taken with caution.
iPhone 20 will get a revolutionary curved design. Image: macrumors.com
Thin Bezels and Curved Glass — What iPhone 20 Could Look Like
The account @phonefuturist on the social network X (formerly Twitter) published two posts describing the future device. According to them, the anniversary iPhone, which they call “iPhone XX” (twenty — in honor of the lineup’s 20th anniversary), will feature:
- Screen bezels just 1.1 mm thick — for comparison, the current iPhone 17 Pro has bezels of approximately 1.44 mm
- A convex display glass that smoothly curves toward the edges and transitions into a thin polished frame in the style of the iPhone X
- A seamless transition between the display and the body
A mockup was attached to the post — not a photo of a real device, but a concept showing what it could look like. Visually, the device resembles a nearly bezel-free smartphone where the glass “flows” into the metal edges.
Under-Display Camera for iPhone — Why Apple Can’t Remove the Dynamic Island
The same source claims that Apple is testing under-display camera technology but has so far been unable to achieve acceptable photo quality. Two different approaches are being discussed:
Evolution of iPhone screen cutouts: from the notch to a fully bezel-free design, but whether Apple can pull it off remains a big question
- UDC (Under-Display Camera) — the camera is placed behind a fully transparent section of the display. Some Android smartphones already use this technology, but photo quality is noticeably worse than a regular front-facing camera.
- UPC (Under-Panel Camera) — the camera is behind the screen, but instead of a transparent section, a perforated pixel structure is used. The cutout is visually less noticeable, but photo quality also suffers.
According to the insider, Apple evaluated Samsung’s UPC technology but was dissatisfied with the results. If the problem isn’t solved by the time of release, the iPhone 20 may get either a smaller Dynamic Island (a cutout for the front camera and Face ID sensors) or a simple circular hole in the screen — a so-called “punch-hole.” Alongside it, according to rumors, Samsung’s Polar ID authentication system may be used instead of the familiar Face ID.
It’s worth noting that a smaller Dynamic Island is already expected in the iPhone 18 Pro, so the iPhone 20 could continue this trend.
When Will iPhone 20 Be Released
Many envision the iPhone 20 looking exactly like this. Image: macobserver.com
The anniversary iPhone 20 is expected in the fall of 2027 — meaning it’s still a year and a half away. This means Apple could change its design and technology plans several times before making a final decision. The key problem with this particular rumor is the unknown reputation of the source.
The @phonefuturist account is not among verified insiders like Mark Gurman or Ming-Chi Kuo. MacRumors explicitly states that the information should be taken “with a large grain of skepticism.” That said, they note that certain claims align with the direction previously discussed by more authoritative analysts: Apple is indeed striving for a fully bezel-free display, and the under-display camera problem is real and well-documented.
iPhone 18 Pro with Smaller Dynamic Island — What Will Change as Early as 2026
Apple will begin shrinking the Dynamic Island this fall. Image: x.com
To avoid confusion between generations: the nearest design changes are expected in the iPhone 18 lineup, launching in the fall of 2026. According to other, more reliable sources, the iPhone 18 Pro is set to become the first iPhone with a smaller Dynamic Island. This fits perfectly into Apple’s overall strategy of gradually reducing screen cutouts.
The iPhone 20, if the rumors are true, could become the culmination of this process — a device where the front camera and sensors are completely hidden or minimized. But the path to this will apparently be gradual rather than revolutionary.
Should You Wait for iPhone 20 or Buy iPhone 17 Now
If you’re currently choosing a new iPhone, these rumors shouldn’t affect your decision — iPhone 20 is still too far away, and the source is unreliable. Even those planning to upgrade every other generation will most likely be choosing between the iPhone 17 and iPhone 18, rather than waiting until 2027. Following this topic makes sense for those interested in the overall direction of iPhone development.
The idea of a fully bezel-free display with curved glass isn’t the fantasy of a single insider — it’s a long-standing Apple goal discussed by various sources. The only question is whether they can solve the front camera problem. So far, they haven’t, and that’s the main limitation that will determine the final design of the anniversary iPhone.
