Apple introduced the camera control capability with the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max in 2024, and the intention behind it was to mimic the controls that are found on traditional cameras. It was not meant only for capturing images but for a more fluid photography experience. Given how the tech giant's flagship phones have long been marketed as the go-to camera for not just everyday users but also professionals, the physical element helped bring more hardware precision. Despite the promising aspect the company intended to fill with it, speculations claim that the Cupertino giant may phase out the Camera Control button with the iPhone 18.
Apple could retire the camera control button on iPhone 18 amid rumors of low usage and cost concerns
According to a new report from a Weibo tipster , Apple