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Apple and Samsung Race to Innovate Variable Aperture Cameras

2/10/2026

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Apple plans to introduce a variable aperture camera in the iPhone 18 Pro, a first for the brand.
Samsung reportedly revives its own variable aperture technology, previously abandoned due to thickness and cost.
Samsung has requested development from suppliers to compete with Apple's advancements.
Both firms are expected to unveil the new camera tech in the fall, with the Galaxy S26 series possibly featuring similar upgrades.

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Story summary

Apple plans to introduce a variable aperture camera in the iPhone 18 Pro, a first for the brand.
Samsung reportedly revives its own variable aperture technology, previously abandoned due to thickness and cost.
Samsung has requested development from suppliers to compete with Apple's advancements.
Both firms are expected to unveil the new camera tech in the fall, with the Galaxy S26 series possibly featuring similar upgrades.