Apple is reportedly preparing a revolutionary redesign for its 20th anniversary iPhone in 2027, aiming to deliver the long-envisioned concept of a device that looks and feels like a single slab of glass.
A new supply-chain report suggests that the iPhone could feature a bezel-free display and advanced solid-state battery technology, marking a major milestone in smartphone design.
The original hint of this ambitious plan came from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, who mentioned a significant overhaul for the 2027 iPhone lineup, including a foldable version and a new Pro model with more extensive use of glass. While details remained vague at the time, new insights from Korean site ET News paint a clearer picture of Apple’s future direction.
According to the report, Apple suppliers Samsung Display and LG Display are developing a 4-sided bending display, which would allow the screen to wrap around all four edges of the device. This could eliminate all visible bezels, creating a true full-screen experience with an under-display camera to remove the punch-hole notch entirely.
This aligns with Apple’s long-standing ambition, famously articulated by former design chief Jony Ive, to create an iPhone that appears as a seamless slab of glass. Despite Ive’s departure, his vision continues to influence Apple’s industrial design philosophy.
The report also hints at the integration of solid-state battery technology, a significant leap forward in mobile power systems. The new batteries are expected to use 100% silicon instead of graphite for the cathode material, potentially offering higher energy density and longer battery life.
Solid-state batteries have been in development for years, but recent prototypes have proven their viability. Early solid-state accessories like MagSafe battery packs have already impressed reviewers with improved performance. Incorporating this tech into the iPhone by 2027 now seems realistic.
With design meetings between Apple and its display partners reportedly already underway, the next-gen iPhone could truly mark the most radical shift since the original device launched in 2007. Whether Apple can fully realize this “bezel-free glass slab” remains to be seen, but all signs point toward a bold and futuristic iPhone on the horizon.
