Apple reportedly faces technical hurdles placing the Face ID sensor array under the screen, reigniting speculation about the Dynamic Island's future in the iPhone 18 Pro lineup. While earlier rumors suggested the feature might be eliminated entirely, a new report claims the island will persist in a shrunken form. This development contradicts previous assumptions about Apple prioritizing a full-screen design, as the Dynamic Island's presence would still interrupt the display.

Technical constraints around sensor placement appear to be the primary driver, with no official confirmation expected before 2025.