Apple is internally prototyping a significantly larger smartphone display, pushing the boundaries of iPhone screen size for its highly anticipated 20th anniversary flagship expected in 2027. According to reliable Chinese leaker Digital Chat Station, Apple is testing a display that measures approximately 6.96 inches diagonally. If it enters production, the company would likely market it as a full 7-inch panel for the top-tier iPhone 20 Pro Max. The aspect ratio remains consistent with the current iPhone 17 Pro Max, suggesting the increase comes primarily from reduced bezels and possibly advanced curved-edge technology rather than a drastic redesign of the screen proportions. This development aligns with earlier reports from Bloomberg News indicating that Apple has been ramping up work on multiple size options for the commemorative 20th anniversary iPhone. Rumors have consistently pointed to a near-borderless design featuring micro-curved OLED panels and “liquid glass” edges for an immersive, almost seamless visual experience. Context on iPhone Screen Evolution Apple has been gradually increasing the size of its premium iPhones in recent years: • The iPhone 16 Pro series (2024) introduced 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch displays, up from 6.1 and 6.7 inches on the prior generation, thanks to slimmer bezels. • The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models are expected to retain the same dimensions as the current 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch lineup. The potential jump to a 7-inch display for the 2027 model would represent the largest iPhone screen ever, positioning it firmly in phablet territory and emphasizing the anniversary device as a premium, forward-looking showcase of Apple’s display technology. Whether this prototype ultimately makes it into the final iPhone 20 Pro Max remains uncertain, as Apple frequently tests multiple configurations before committing to production. However, the rumor marks the first concrete report of a screen size increase specifically tied to the anniversary edition. MacDailyNews Take: Bring it on! Support MacDailyNews at no extra cost to you by using this link to shop at Amazon. The post Apple testing 7-inch display for its largest-ever Twentieth Anniversary iPhone appeared first on MacDailyNews. You're currently a free subscriber to MacDailyNews. For the full experience, upgrade your subscription.
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