With every new iPhone launch, Apple fans are faced with the same question: upgrade now or wait? If you’re on the fence about buying any of the recent iPhones, like the iPhone 15 or iPhone 16, you might want to hold out until Apple launches the iPhone 17 series later this month. Based on early reports and reliable leaks, the iPhone 17 line could bring some notable changes and upgrades in years.
1. A Major Redesign Is on the Horizon?
The iPhone 17 series is expected to feature a refreshed design. Recent reports revealed the design of the iPhone 17 Pro in leaked hands-on images. Apple is getting rid of the flat frame in favor of more rounded corners (similar to older iPhones), with the module on the rear becoming a large rectangular camera island.
It is unclear if this design language is standard across the series, but leaks have hinted at a smaller pill shaped cutouts on the front, thinner bezels, and a lighter chassis as well. Interestingly, Apple is moving back to aluminum for all devices for the frame as well as the horizontal bar on the back. The standard iPhone 17 could retain the simpler and smaller camera modules.
2. Introducing the iPhone 17 Air?
Apple offers four models in its annual flagship lineup that included the standard, Plus, Pro, and Pro Max. But it might shake things up this year with a new iPhone 17 Air. The base iPhone 17 is still a standard model, with the iPhone 17 Air replacing the iPhone 16 Plus with a 6.5-inch display and a super slim 5.4mm body. Meanwhile,, the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max are the flagship grade models.
3. 120Hz Displays All Around
Last year’s iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus with 60Hz displays were absolutely disappointing, especially considering their premium price tags. Apple is expected to finally rumored to bring a 120Hz refresh rate on the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air, giving all four models a smoother refresh rate. Rumors have also hinted at a new anti-reflective, scratch-resistant coating for all iPhone 17 displays.
4. Better Cameras
While the non-Pro models are getting a higher refresh rate panel, the major upgrade for the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max is expected to be their cameras. Both models might get an improved 48MP telephoto lens with a 3.5x zoom (down from 5x on its predecessor). While this could appear like a downgrade, Apple might have the right idea, as these could enable the telephoto shooter to be more practical for portrait shots. Another upgrade that is universal to all four models is a new 24MP selfie shooter.
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