iPhone 17 Price & Design Leaks: Bold New Look, Huge Battery & Insane Upgrades for 2025! 🚨
Apple fans, buckle up! The iPhone 17 series, set to launch in September 2025, is shaping up to be Apple’s most daring lineup yet. From a super-slim iPhone 17 Air to a revamped Pro camera system, leaks are spilling juicy details about specs, designs, and game-changing features.
| Feature | iPhone 17 | iPhone 17 Air | iPhone 17 Pro | iPhone 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display Size | 6.27-inch | 6.55–6.65-inch | 6.3-inch | 6.9-inch |
| Display Type | Samsung M14 OLED, 120Hz ProMotion | Samsung M14 OLED, 120Hz ProMotion | Samsung M14 OLED, 120Hz ProMotion | Samsung M14 OLED, 120Hz ProMotion |
| Thickness | ~7.8mm | 5.5mm (Apple’s slimmest) | ~8.25mm | ~8.25mm |
| Processor | A19 chip | A19 chip | A19 Pro chip | A19 Pro chip |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | 12GB | 12GB |
| Selfie Camera | 24MP | 24MP | 24MP | 24MP |
| Rear Cameras | 48MP main, 12MP ultrawide | 48MP single (horizontal bar) | 48MP main, 48MP ultrawide, 48MP telephoto | 48MP main, 48MP ultrawide, 48MP telephoto |
| Camera Design | Vertical dual-camera layout | Centered horizontal camera bar | Horizontal rectangular aluminum bump | Horizontal rectangular aluminum bump |
| Cooling System | Standard | Standard | Standard | Vapor chamber (rumored) |
| Modem | Apple C1 (eSIM-only) | Apple C1 (eSIM-only) | Apple C1 (eSIM-only) | Apple C1 (eSIM-only) |
| Price (Estimated) | ~$799 | ~$899–$1,299 | ~$999–$1,099 | ~$1,199–$1,299 |
Design Overhaul: What’s New?
Apple’s going bold with design shifts that scream innovation:
- Materials: The Pro models might ditch titanium for aluminum frames with a half-aluminum, half-glass back for durability and wireless charging. The base and Air models stick to aluminum chassis. Some leaks suggest the Pro Max could keep titanium, so stay tuned
- Camera Bumps: The Pro and Pro Max are swapping the square camera island for a full-width rectangular bump, with lenses on the left and sensors (LiDAR, flash, mic) stacked on the right. The Air’s horizontal bar is Pixel-inspired, with a single lens. The base iPhone 17 keeps the iPhone 16’s look.
- Dynamic Island: Mixed leaks—some say the Pro Max will have a smaller Dynamic Island using “metalens” tech, while others claim it’ll stay the same across all models.
- Sleek Touches: Expect anti-glare, scratch-resistant glass from Corning and a smoother frame-to-back transition using a new splicing process. The Air might feel as light as the 5.1mm iPad Pro M4
Camera Upgrades: Pro-Level Snaps
The iPhone 17 series is a photographer’s dream:
- Front Camera: All models get a 24MP selfie camera, doubling the iPhone 16’s 12MP for crisper selfies and video calls.
- Rear Cameras:
- iPhone 17: Likely sticks with a 48MP main + 12MP ultrawide, but might gain a variable aperture for better low-light shots.
- iPhone 17 Air: A single 48MP wide lens, centered in the horizontal bar, perfect for sharp solo shots.
- Pro & Pro Max: A triple 48MP setup (main, ultrawide, telephoto with 5x zoom). The telephoto’s jump from 12MP to 48MP means richer details for zoomed shots. Dual video recording lets you capture front and rear footage simultaneously, ideal for vlogs.
- Spatial Video Concerns: The Pro’s horizontal lens layout might mess with spatial video, which needs vertically aligned lenses for depth. Apple could use Gaussian splitting or stick to a triangular layout.
Performance & Battery: Next-Level Power
Apple’s pushing efficiency and power:
- Chips: The A19 (base and Air) and A19 Pro (Pro models) use TSMC’s 3nm process for faster performance and better energy use. Expect smoother AR and Apple Intelligence features.
- RAM: 8GB for base and Air, 12GB for Pro models to handle on-device AI tasks.
- Battery: Apple’s designing in-house batteries with electrically-induced adhesive for easy removal. The Pro Max might be thicker for a bigger battery, promising up to 33+ hours of video playback. Charging speeds could hit 35W wired.
- Connectivity: All models get Wi-Fi 7 and Apple’s C1 modem (no mmWave on Air). The lineup is eSIM-only globally, ditching physical SIM trays.
Display: Smoother & Brighter
- ProMotion Everywhere: All models get 120Hz ProMotion with 1Hz low-power mode for always-on displays, thanks to Samsung M14 OLED panels. Say goodbye to laggy scrolling
- Bezel Game: The BRS technology shrinks bezels to 1.34–1.43mm, with the Air leading the pack.
- Efficiency: Low-Dielectric TEE tech on Pro models boosts power efficiency and durability .
Price & Availability
- Release Date: Expect an unveiling on September 8–10, 2025, with pre-orders by September 12 and shipping by September 19.
- Pricing:
- iPhone 17: ~$799
- iPhone 17 Air: ~$899–$1,299 (pricey for a single camera!)
- iPhone 17 Pro: ~$999–$1,099 (possible tariff-driven hike)
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: ~$1,199–$1,299Tariffs could nudge prices up, especially for the Air and Pro models.
- Colors: Pro models might rock Dark Green, Teal, or Green Titanium, but Apple leans subtle.
What’s Controversial?
- Horizontal Camera Bump: The Pro’s new design looks sleek but could break spatial video unless Apple has a fix.
- Aluminum vs. Titanium: Downgrading Pro frames to aluminum feels like a step back, though durability might improve.
- Air’s Price: A single-camera phone costing more than the Pro Max? Bold move, Apple
- No Major AI Leap: iOS 19 will refine Apple Intelligence, but don’t expect a full AI revolution yet.
