Apple Mulls Future iPhone Innovations Including Solid–State Haptic Buttons

April 2, 2025, 10:01 pm

Recent rumors indicate that Apple is actively exploring new design innovations for its future iPhones. Multiple sources suggest the company is revisiting the idea of solid–state haptic buttons—as a possible replacement for physical keys—to boost reliability and save space. Although technical hurdles remain, these reports hint at the innovative strides behind Apple’s next–generation smartphone roadmap.

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