Tech Advisor’s Exclusive Look: Release Date, Price & Specs Rumours Unveiled

Apple’s upcoming 20th-anniversary iPhone is generating buzz among tech enthusiasts and industry experts. The tech giant, known for its innovative products, is rumored to skip the iPhone 19 and release a special edition phone, possibly named iPhone 20 or iPhone XX, in 2027.

Anticipated Release Date of iPhone 20

Following the “Surprise and Shine” event on 9 September 2026, where Apple unveiled the high-end iPhone 18 models, it is anticipated that a spring 2027 event will introduce the more budget-friendly iPhone 18 variants.

The initial reveal of the iPhone 20 is projected to take place in early September 2027. This timetable aligns with Apple’s past announcement patterns:

• iPhone 18 series – 9 September 2026
• iPhone 17 series – 9 September 2025
• iPhone 16 series – 9 September 2024
• iPhone 15 series – 12 September 2023

Typically, new iPhone models are announced at a keynote event, open for pre-order shortly after, and then shipped a week later. However, the release of the iPhone Duo in 2026 deviated from this schedule. While announced on 9 September 2026 alongside the iPhone Pro and Pro Max, pre-orders for the Duo are slated for 16 October, with shipping commencing on 23 October.

Apple is expected to maintain its staggered release strategy, with high-end models debuting in September 2027 and more affordable options launching in spring 2028.