A new leak details Apple’s 2027 iPhone 20 with solid-state buttons, lifelike haptic feedback, and the Bongo project—testing begins on iPhone 18 in 2026.
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While fans are still waiting for the iPhone 18, the conversation online has already shifted to Apple’s plans for the anniversary iPhone 20, slated for 2027. A fresh leak from insider Setsuna Digital points to a sweeping overhaul of the control system: a transition to fully solid-state buttons with tactile feedback.
According to the source, Apple intends to replace traditional mechanical keys with pressure-sensitive elements and localized haptic feedback. The buttons would mimic a familiar press but without moving parts. The overhaul is said to include the power button, volume controls, function buttons, and the camera button—an approach that reads as a bid to streamline hardware and cut wear points.
Starting with the iPhone 18, expected in 2026, Apple will begin testing a new camera button with a simplified press mechanism. The next step would be the introduction of piezoelectric components to deliver more precise, more lifelike haptics. The timeline points to a staged rollout rather than a sudden switch.
The project, known internally as Bongo, aims not only to boost reliability and longevity, but also to unlock new interaction options—from gestures to presses with varying force. Rumors suggest the technology could eventually reach the iPad and Apple Watch as well, hinting at more than a one-off experiment.