In recent weeks, there has been significant buzz online regarding the upcoming iPhone 17 and anticipated modifications to Apple’s flagship smartphone range. While numerous photos and opinions have circulated, we can now present video footage of the leaked iPhone 17 models, offering a clearer glimpse of the expected changes later this year.
Each year, “dummy” models are crafted from leaks sourced directly from Apple’s manufacturing plants, and historically, these models have proven accurate. The latest insights indicate that the standard iPhone 17 resembles the iPhone 16, albeit with a slightly taller frame. In contrast, the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max models are rumoured to include an expansive camera lens “island” that spans the entire width of the device, suggesting an aesthetic shift rather than a functional necessity.
Interestingly, Apple will not release a “plus” model this year. Instead, a new addition is the much-anticipated “Air” model, which appears to be genuine based on the obtained prototypes. This version is set to be the slimmest iPhone to date, potentially measuring around 5.65mm, significantly thinner than the previously lean iPhone 6 which was about 6.9mm.
This development not only places the iPhone 17 Air in competition with Apple’s previous models but it also sets it against other market players such as the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, which is expected to launch soon. Notably, the iPhone 17 Air will feature a single camera lens, lacking the Ultra Wide 0.5 lens characteristic of other models. While this may not be a significant loss for all users, it indicates that Apple has streamlined the design to achieve this remarkable thinness.
Questions regarding battery capacity, durability, and build materials remain unresolved. Consumers and enthusiasts alike are keen to learn more about whether this new design will offer the robustness expected from an iPhone, particularly at such a slender profile.
Traditionally, Apple hosts its launch events in early September, so we may soon receive official confirmation and further details about these exciting developments in their smartphone lineup.