While the iPhone 15 series is still relatively new, rumors about the iPhone 16 are already circulating. One of the most intriguing rumors is the possibility of a hole-punch cutout replacing the Dynamic Island on the iPhone 16 Pro models.

The Dynamic Island, introduced with the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, is a unique design element that houses the front-facing camera and Face ID sensors. While it has received mixed reviews, there is no doubt that it has been a topic of conversation.

According to tipster Majin Bu, Apple is currently testing a prototype of the iPhone 16 Pro with a hole-punch cutout instead of the Dynamic Island. This would be a significant change, as it would eliminate the need for the pill-shaped cutout that has been a hallmark of recent iPhones.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Hole Punch Cutout

However, other analysts, such as Ross Young of Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC), believe that the Dynamic Island is here to stay for at least another year. Young predicts that all four iPhone 16 models will feature the Dynamic Island and that the biggest display changes will come in the form of larger screens for the Pro models.

In 2025, Young expects to see even more significant changes, with the non-Pro models matching the screen sizes of the Pro models. This means that the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro will both have a 6.3-inch display, while the iPhone 17 Plus and iPhone 17 Pro Max will each have a 6.9-inch screen.

Young also predicts that the Dynamic Island will still be found on the non-Pro models in 2025, and that for the first time, the ProMotion 120Hz display will be used on the less expensive phones.

As for the iPhone 17 Pro series, Young believes that Apple will have moved on to an under-display Face ID module with a hole-punch cutout on the screen. This would be a major step forward in terms of design, as it would eliminate the need for any visible cutouts on the screen.

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