KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 -- Apple is reportedly considering launching new iPhone models twice a year starting in 2026, breaking from its long-standing practice of releasing all models in September.

According to a report by The Korea Herald, industry sources said the iPhone 18 series may be released in two phases, with lower-end models in the first half of the year and premium models in the second.

"By spreading out the launch schedule, Apple gains greater flexibility in managing suppliers and adjusting order volumes," one source familiar with the matter reportedly said.

According to the report, the move is expected to impact Korean suppliers such as Samsung Display and LG Display, which currently supply OLED panels for iPhones, and could p...