Apple is set to unveil its all-new iPhone 17 series in just a few hours. While the Cupertino-based brand has not disclosed any official details about the upcoming launches, a slew of leaks and media reports have provided a fair idea of the expected updates over the existing iPhone 16 series variants.
Here is a model-wise list of updates anticipated from the upcoming lineup.
Beyond the iPhone 17 series, Apple may also launch three new Apple Watches, including the Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and an affordable version-the Apple Watch SE.
And that’s not all-rumors suggest that the AirPods Pro 3, featuring new infrared heartbeat sensors, might also be in the pipeline.
| Feature | iPhone 17 | iPhone 17 Air | iPhone 17 Pro / Pro Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display Size | 6.3 inches (up from 6.1″) | 6.6 inches ProMotion | Pro: ~6.7″ (assumed), Brighter new display |
| Display Technology | 120Hz ProMotion, Always-On | 120Hz ProMotion, Always-On | 120Hz ProMotion, Higher brightness |
| Front Camera | 24MP, six-element lens | 24MP | 24MP |
| Rear Camera | Dual/standard setup (not detailed) | 48MP single lens in rear camera bar | 48MP telephoto with 8× optical zoom, 8K video |
| Processor | A19 | A19 + Apple C1 modem | A19 + Apple Wi-Fi 7 chip |
| RAM | Not specified | 12GB | 12GB |
| Battery Capacity | Not specified | 3,000 mAh | Pro Max: 5,088 mAh (larger than 17 Pro) |
| Body & Design | Standard design | Ultra-thin (5.5 mm), Titanium-Aluminum (145g) | Redesigned rear: horizontal camera bar, half-aluminum/half-glass |
| New Buttons | — | Action Button, Camera Control Button | Likely includes Action Button (not specified) |
| Charging | Qi2 25W Wireless MagSafe | Qi2 25W Wireless MagSafe | Qi2 25W Wireless MagSafe |
| Base Storage | Not specified | Not specified | Starts at 256GB |
| Colors | Black, White, Steel Gray, Light Blue, Green, Purple | Black, White, Light Gold, Light Blue | Dark Blue, Orange + Standard Pro Finishes |
New Updates for the iphone 17 series
One of the biggest updates that Apple has finally decided to incorporate is the new 120Hz refresh rate-enabled LTPO OLED display. The iPhone 16 series was criticized for its 60Hz refresh rate screen, and such an upgrade was necessary-especially considering that much more affordable phones already offer 120Hz displays.
The new display will also be slightly larger, around 6.3 inches, and the new variants will be powered by the A19 chipset. The Pro Max, the top-of-the-line variant, will feature 8K video recording capability along with new Dark Blue and Orange colourways.
