Macmonde reports that iOS 27 beta 5, released to developers on Monday, contains hidden code revealing six never-before-seen iPhone models – although you’ve probably already heard about it.
The following references were allegedly found alongside references to existing iPhone models, in system files associated with iPhone 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 18th
This is the first time the full iPhone 18 lineup has been mentioned in code found in an iOS 27 beta. To be clear, the references discovered are the codes in bold, excluding 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 report, allowing them to be adapted to the expected iPhone models.
Apple has not publicly confirmed the existence of upcoming iPhone 18 models, but regular readers will know that they have been widely rumored for several months now.
Apple is taking a different launch approach for 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 standard iPhone 18 will launch in spring 2027 alongside the iPhone 18e and iPhone Air 2.
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