There are reports that apple may use a 200mp camera in future iPhones, potentially matching or surpassing a camera upgrade that samsung is also implementing. The timing of such an upgrade is uncertain, with some outlets suggesting it could happen as early as next year, while others indicate it may not occur until 2028 or even later with the iphone 21. The possibility of a 200mp camera is being discussed in relation to various future iphone models, including the iphone 18 pro max.