Apple plans to change the camera control button in the upcoming iPhone 18, removing features that drew user criticism in iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 models. This is reported by UNN with reference to Mac Rumors.
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Apple plans to abandon touch sensitivity and haptic feedback in the camera control button on the standard iPhone 18 model. This means that the company may remove the capacitive layer of the button.
The material does not specify whether this change will affect iPhone 18 Pro models, but notes that this may be done to maintain a unified approach across the entire lineup.
After the changes, iPhone 18 users will not be able to swipe their finger across the camera control button - a feature that many complained about due to accidental touches. The redesigned button will only respond to presses.
The report notes that simplifying the button could reduce Apple's costs and also be a response to user feedback. The company previously added a "Require screen on" setting to iOS 18.2, and finger gestures during the initial setup of a new iPhone are now disabled by default.
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro models in September next year. At the same time, the regular iPhone 18, according to available information, may not be released until spring 2027.
Recall
Apple has faced a mass exodus of top managers and key engineers, including heads of AI and interface design. This is happening against the backdrop of the possible dismissal of the chief chip architect and the outflow of AI engineers to competitors.