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iPhone 17 Series Enters Production – Here Are the 12 Biggest Upgrades
June 16 – According to supply chain sources, the iPhone 17 series is entering production, confirming a September launch. With just three months left until release, key specs have mostly leaked, with the iPhone 17 Pro models stealing the spotlight as Apple’s biggest upgrade in three years—even featuring the first major design overhaul in seven.
MacRumors compiled the 12 most significant upgrades for the Pro lineup:
1. Aluminum Frame
The iPhone 17 Pro will switch to an aluminum frame, possibly with a new "part-aluminum, part-glass" design.
2. Rectangular Camera Bump
Expect a large, rounded rectangular triple-camera module.
3. Sky Blue Color Option
A new sky blue finish, matching the latest MacBook Air.
4. Bigger Battery
The Pro Max will feature a slightly thicker body to accommodate a higher-capacity battery.
5. A19 Pro Chip
Built on TSMC’s 3rd-gen 3nm process, offering modest performance and efficiency gains.
6. Apple’s In-House Wi-Fi 7 Chip
All four iPhone 17 models will ditch Broadcom for Apple’s own Wi-Fi 7 solution.
7. 24MP Front Camera
A 24MP selfie camera across the entire lineup.
8. 48MP Telephoto Lens
Pro models upgrade to a 48MP telephoto shooter.
9. Dual Video Recording
Simultaneously record with front and rear cameras in the Camera app.
10. 8K Video Support
First iPhones capable of 8K recording.
11. 12GB RAM
Both Pro and "Air" models rumored to get 12GB RAM for better Apple Intelligence and multitasking.
12. Improved Cooling
All four models will feature enhanced thermal designs, with Pro versions getting vapor chamber cooling.
Pricing remains unconfirmed, but analysts expect a slight increase over the iPhone 16 series (currently starting at $799). The Pro Max could hit $1,199.
Would these upgrades convince you to upgrade? Let us know in the comments!
June 16 – According to supply chain sources, the iPhone 17 series is entering production, confirming a September launch. With just three months left until release, key specs have mostly leaked, with the iPhone 17 Pro models stealing the spotlight as Apple’s biggest upgrade in three years—even featuring the first major design overhaul in seven.
MacRumors compiled the 12 most significant upgrades for the Pro lineup:
1. Aluminum Frame
The iPhone 17 Pro will switch to an aluminum frame, possibly with a new "part-aluminum, part-glass" design.
2. Rectangular Camera Bump
Expect a large, rounded rectangular triple-camera module.
3. Sky Blue Color Option
A new sky blue finish, matching the latest MacBook Air.
4. Bigger Battery
The Pro Max will feature a slightly thicker body to accommodate a higher-capacity battery.
5. A19 Pro Chip
Built on TSMC’s 3rd-gen 3nm process, offering modest performance and efficiency gains.
6. Apple’s In-House Wi-Fi 7 Chip
All four iPhone 17 models will ditch Broadcom for Apple’s own Wi-Fi 7 solution.
7. 24MP Front Camera
A 24MP selfie camera across the entire lineup.
8. 48MP Telephoto Lens
Pro models upgrade to a 48MP telephoto shooter.
9. Dual Video Recording
Simultaneously record with front and rear cameras in the Camera app.
10. 8K Video Support
First iPhones capable of 8K recording.
11. 12GB RAM
Both Pro and "Air" models rumored to get 12GB RAM for better Apple Intelligence and multitasking.
12. Improved Cooling
All four models will feature enhanced thermal designs, with Pro versions getting vapor chamber cooling.
Pricing remains unconfirmed, but analysts expect a slight increase over the iPhone 16 series (currently starting at $799). The Pro Max could hit $1,199.
Would these upgrades convince you to upgrade? Let us know in the comments!
