Fresh leaks point to a major upgrade for the iPhone 13 display, with a 120Hz refresh rate tipped for Apple's next flagship after the feature skipped the iPhone 12. The faster panel matters because it promises smoother scrolling and animation, something users have requested for more than a year. Here is what the latest leaks claim about Apple's 2021 lineup.
What the iPhone 13 display leak claims
Apple tipster Jon Prosser has reported for months that the iPhone 13 will arrive with a 120Hz refresh rate. In his latest video, he cites several reports indicating the 2021 iPhones will move to a 120Hz display.
According to the leak, not all four rumored models will get the faster panel. The exact names have not been confirmed, but the lineup is being referred to as the 'iPhone 13'. Apple itself has not announced any of these details.
Which models get the 120Hz refresh rate
Prosser says the higher refresh rate is reserved for the two Pro models. The rest of the range is expected to stick with a standard panel.
- iPhone 13 Pro: 120Hz panel expected
- iPhone 13 Pro Max: 120Hz panel expected
- iPhone 13: no 120Hz refresh rate
- iPhone 13 Mini: no 120Hz refresh rate
Foldable iPhone prototypes in testing
Separate reports claim a foldable iPhone prototype has been internally approved for durability. Two prototypes are reportedly being tested at a factory in Shenzhen, China.
One model is said to use a dual-screen design, while the other is described as a clamshell, similar to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and the Moto Razr. For more on the company behind these rumors, see the latest from Apple.
