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A customizable camera app is still on the table, but Apple could be saving it for the iPhone 18
A redesigned, fully customizable Camera app was rumored for iOS 27 but did not appear at WWDC 2026. Apple has reportedly already built the feature internally, allowing users to add, remove, and rearrange camera controls such as flash, timer, exposure, night mode, and resolution settings. The feature may have been intentionally held back for the expected launch of the iPhone 18 Pro, which is rumored to bring major camera hardware upgrades. Apple often pairs significant software features with new hardware releases, so the customizable Camera app could be part of a broader camera-focused marketing strategy. However, since the feature remains internal, there is no guarantee it will ever reach the public.
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