With the iPhone 16 launch now in the rearview mirror, rumors are already swirling about next year’s iPhone 17 series.
Amid the mix of speculative reports and insider tips, it seems like more details are emerging that reinforce previously released leaks, suggesting there’s some consistency in what we can expect.
Analyst Jeff Pu of Haitong International has released a new research note, cited by Apple Insider, in which he discusses details about the iPhone 17 Air (or Slim) and potential features of the iPhone 17 Pro models.
Pu’s note seems to affirm much of what has already been rumored about the iPhone 17 series, although there are a few new details and adjustments to consider.
iPhone 17 Air / Slim
The iPhone 17 Air or Slim is rumored to feature a 6.6-inch display and is expected to replace the Plus model in Apple’s lineup, a detail we’ve heard before.
According to Pu, the device will be powered by a 3nm A19 chip, which is similar to the A18 Pro chip found in the iPhone 16 Pro models. This indicates that the anticipated 2nm chip may be delayed until the iPhone 18, as reported earlier this week.
Pu also reiterated that the iPhone 17 Slim will come equipped with 8 GB of RAM, consistent with what he had reported in May.
To achieve a lighter feel, in addition to its ultra-thin design, Pu suggests the Slim will be crafted from aluminum, much like the current Plus model.
In terms of the camera, Pu believes the iPhone 17 Slim will sport a single 48MP rear sensor and a 24MP front camera, which will integrate Face ID technology.
There’s also mention of a “brand-new design” for the iPhone 17 Slim, although specifics on what this might entail remain unclear.
iPhone 17 Pro Models
MacRumors, which also had access to Pu’s research note, gleaned additional information, particularly regarding the iPhone 17 Pro models.
Pu reiterated earlier claims that the Pro and Pro Max models will feature a 48MP telephoto rear camera and a 24MP front camera. These would represent significant upgrades from the current Pro models, which use 12MP versions of both cameras.
Pu expects the iPhone 17 Pro models to finally upgrade to 12GB of RAM, which he had previously predicted in May. Additionally, he believes the iPhone 17 Pro Max will feature a “much narrowed Dynamic Island,” thanks to a smaller metalens used for Face ID.
Though he didn’t specify how much smaller the new Dynamic Island would be, it would mark the first notable change since it was introduced with the iPhone 14 Pro.
Pu also reiterated that the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max will retain the 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch display sizes that debuted with the iPhone 16 models.
Finally, Pu claims that Apple will no longer split chip types between models. Instead, all iPhone 17 models will share the same A19 chip, much like how all iPhone 16 models feature some form of the A18 chip.
It’s important to note that while Jeff Pu is a prolific source of Apple rumors, his track record has been hit-or-miss.
That said, his latest insights seem to align with other well-regarded Apple analysts, including Mark Gurman and Ming-Chi Kuo, lending more weight to these predictions.
