Editor
Jon Hammant — Editor
Jon Hammant is the editor of the iPhone Sites editorial network. He covers Apple's hardware and software roadmap — foldable iPhones, display technology, MacBook design, the iPad lineup, and the broader Apple ecosystem. Software engineer by background.
Find Jon on GitHub · hammant.io.
About iPhone Arc
An independent editorial publication dedicated to the craft, materials, and engineering behind every iPhone.
Our Mission
iPhone Arc exists to chronicle and analyse the physical evolution of the iPhone. While most technology coverage focuses on specs and software, we believe the industrial design story is equally compelling. From the first aluminium-backed handset in 2007 to the titanium frames of today, every generation of iPhone represents a set of deliberate engineering trade-offs, and those decisions deserve serious editorial attention.
We cover materials science, structural engineering, thermal management, antenna design, ergonomics, and the broader trajectory of iPhone form factors. Our goal is to help readers understand not just what changed between generations, but why Apple made those choices and what they signal about the future.
What We Cover
Materials & Engineering
Deep dives into titanium, ceramic shield, colour processes, and the material choices that define each iPhone generation.
Form Factor Analysis
Tracking the evolution of iPhone dimensions, weight, edge profiles, and how they affect daily use and ergonomics.
Thermal & Structural Design
Examining how Apple manages heat dissipation, structural rigidity, and internal component layout across generations.
Design Forecasting
Analysis of patents, supply chain signals, and industry trends to anticipate where iPhone design is heading next.
Our Editorial Approach
iPhone Arc is fully independent. We are not affiliated with Apple or any manufacturer. Our editorial decisions are driven by curiosity and a commitment to accuracy, not by access or advertising relationships. When we reference patents, supply chain reports, or teardown data, we cite our sources and distinguish clearly between confirmed information and informed speculation.
We publish new articles daily, each written to be accessible to general readers while offering enough depth to satisfy engineers, designers, and serious Apple enthusiasts. We aim for clarity over jargon, and evidence over hype.
Our Network
iPhone Arc is part of a network of independent editorial sites, each focused on a specific aspect of the Apple ecosystem. Our sister sites cover everything from foldable iPhone developments and display technology to upgrade guides, Android-to-iPhone migration, and next-generation MacBook coverage. Together, we provide comprehensive, focused analysis across the topics that matter most to Apple users.