While the iPhone 16 series has just hit the market, the industry is not stopping, and the next generation of iPhones is already in the works. The iPhone 17 series is still in the early stages of development, so there are still decisions to be made. However, some key specs have already been set. According to a reputable analyst, the iPhone 17 Pro models will get a notable camera upgrade.
New front and telephoto cameras for the iPhone 17 Pro models
Next year, Apple is expected to restructure its smartphone launch strategy. The company will replace the iPhone 17 Plus with a super-slim “iPhone 17 Air” (tentative name). Market research has revealed a declining trend in popularity for the iPhone Plus models, leading Apple to discontinue them. Now, according to Jeff Pu, both the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max will receive new 48 MP ultra-wide and 24 MP front-facing cameras.
Most of Jeff Pu’s tips have come true, so he’s a highly credible source. The analyst revealed the information about the new cameras in a research note with investment bank Haitong International. Pu also claimed that the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max will have 12GB of RAM. For comparison, the current iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max feature 12MP telephoto and front cameras, along with 8GB of RAM. The new sensors could enable better-quality for selfies and photos with optical zoom.
Thinner Dynamic Island on iPhone 17 Pro Max
The next-generation iPhone 17 Pro Max could bring a noticeable improvement in terms of design. The analyst claims that Apple is working on a “much narrowed Dynamic Island” thanks to the implementation of smaller “metalens” for the Face ID biometric system. Apple debuted the Dynamic Island on the iPhone 14 series and has kept the size the same ever since. However, it seems that the iPhone 17 Pro devices will finally bring a bit more usable screen space.
Pu expects the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max to maintain the same screen sizes as the current generation. That is, 6.3 inches and 6.9 inches, respectively. Both models will be powered by the Bionic A19 Pro chip manufactured on TSMC’s 3 nm process.
More iPhone 17 Air details
The report includes information related to the iPhone 17 Air that could arrive next year. Pu backs up previous leaks that claimed the device would have only a 48MP rear camera, adding that it will receive the new 24MP front camera too. The phone would feature a 6.6-inch display, 8GB of RAM, and the Dynamic Island. The iPhone 17 Air could use the 3 nm Bionic A19 chip that will also be present in the vanilla iPhone 17. Additionally, it would introduce Apple’s first 5G modem.
Taking into account Apple’s background, the iPhone 17 series should arrive in September 2025. With so much time remaining, some details could still change. However, these leaked specs are likely to mostly match what we’ll see in the final products.
