With rumours suggesting that Apple may launch a truly full-screen iPhone 20 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, excitement is building — but so are questions.
Creating an iPhone with no visible cutouts is not just a design challenge, but a major technical one.
The Challenge of Under-Display Face ID
Face ID relies on multiple components, including infrared sensors and a dot projector. Hiding all of these beneath the display while maintaining accuracy, speed, and security is far more complex than placing a single front camera under the screen.
Apple is unlikely to compromise on Face ID performance, which explains why the company has taken a cautious approach compared to some Android manufacturers.
Front Camera Quality Still Matters
Under-display cameras exist today, but they often suffer from reduced sharpness and light sensitivity. For Apple, launching a flagship iPhone with noticeably worse selfie quality would be unacceptable — especially for video calls and social media users.
Why Apple Is Willing to Wait
Apple’s history shows a clear pattern: the company prefers to wait until a technology is mature enough to deliver a polished user experience.
If iPhone 20 does arrive with a truly all-screen design, it will likely be because Apple believes it can deliver no compromises in usability, security, or image quality.
So, Will iPhone 20 Be Truly All-Screen?
It’s still too early to say for sure. But if Apple does make the leap in 2027, it won’t just be for visual impact — it will be to redefine what a premium smartphone experience should feel like.
Would you accept slightly lower front camera quality for a truly full-screen iPhone?
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