Apple may finally bring 200MP telephoto camera but not anytime soon
Apple iPhone 20 may bring a big camera upgrade with a high-resolution zoom lens and improved front camera.
It could feature a clean, bezel-less design with no buttons and an all-screen look.
Expected to offer fast performance, a smooth display, and likely launch around 2028.
Apple is already testing ideas for its future iPhone 20, and early details hint at a major shift in camera and design. A recent leak suggests the company could bring a 200MP periscope telephoto camera, a big jump that Apple users have long awaited. The smartphone might feature a 48MP front camera. Aside from that, the smartphone is also expected to come equipped with a big screen, fast performance, and a simple design without buttons or holes. If these plans hold, the iPhone 20 could mark a bold step forward while staying familiar in everyday use. Follow along with the article to learn everything we know so far about the upcoming iPhone 20.
SurveyApple iPhone 20 camera details (Tipped)
According to a recent post on Weibo by tipster Digital Chat Station, Apple is currently testing a new 200MP periscope telephoto lens. The lens could make its first appearance in 2028, around the time when the iPhone 20 is set to be launched. Most Android phones currently have this lens built-in. In addition to the 200MP rear sensor, the device may also feature a 48MP front-facing camera, making it well-suited for selfies and video calls.
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Apple iPhone 20 specs (Expected)

The Apple iPhone 20 may launch with a 6.9-inch bezel-less OLED display with curved glass and a 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate. Moreover, it’s also anticipated that it may be fuelled by Apple’s native A22 chipset.
It may also launch with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage. It may also house a 5,092mAh battery that may support 40W wired fast charging via USB-C.
The smartphone is anticipated to run on iOS 28. Moreover, Apple is also expected to remove all the physical buttons from the iPhone with iPhone 20 and move to haptic vibration for the click.
Rumours also suggest that the device may get a seamless slab of liquid glass design with a display that wraps around the edges and eliminates visible bezels. Moreover, the device may finally achieve a completely cutout-free screen by hiding both Face ID and the selfie camera beneath the display panel.
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Apple iPhone 20 launch timeline and price (Expected)
While it’s still too early to predict the launch of the Apple iPhone 20, if Apple continues its past release timeline, buyers can expect the iPhone 20 to arrive in fall 2028. Furthermore, industry experts believe the device could launch with a price tag that places it in a sub-premium category, keeping it affordable yet still premium.
Bhaskar is a senior copy editor at Digit India, where he simplifies complex tech topics across iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, and emerging consumer tech. His work has appeared in iGeeksBlog, GuidingTech, and other publications, and he previously served as an assistant editor at TechBloat and TechReloaded. A B.Tech graduate and full-time tech writer, he is known for clear, practical guides and explainers. View Full Profile