iPhone 17 Pro Leaks: Design Changes, Enhanced Performance, and Camera Upgrades Expected

The iPhone 17 Pro is expected to feature a redesigned aluminum and glass rear panel, upgraded 48MP camera, and A19 Pro chip with 12GB RAM. It’s set for a September 2025 launch at a similar price to the iPhone 16 Pro.

By TVN Bureau Updated: Dec 3, 2024, 16:54 IST

Though the Apple iPhone 17 series remains months away from an official date, rumors and leaks have just begun to make their appearances, giving a glimpse at what to look forward to. The series would likely present the iPhone 17 Pro-expected to have a new design, great performance, and high camera potential. Here's everything we have learned so far about iPhone 17 Pro.

iPhones 17 Pro: Design Expectation

Reports indicate that the iPhone 17 Pro will have a major redesign in its rear panel. Unlike previous models, the back will be a mix of glass and aluminum. The top section of the rear panel will probably be made of aluminum, which will house the upgraded camera system. This camera bump is expected to be larger than the one found in the iPhone 16 Pro models, thus indicating a more advanced camera setup.

Another design flip is the potential aluminum edge for iPhone 17 Pro because it is the first design change for this model from previous titanium frame versions. This transition may bring an aluminum, more budget-friendly build to all Pro models. Therefore, the aluminum edge may be a common feature for all iPhone 17 models rather than stainless steel on earlier Pro models.

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iPhone 17 Pro Launch Date and Price: What's Expected

The iPhone 17 Pro is going to be launched in September 2025, according to the release cycle of Apple. The price of the iPhone 17 Pro is expected to be similar to that of its predecessor, the iPhone 16 Pro, and will come with a premium tag in the market.

iPhone 17 Pro Features: What's Inside

Under the hood, the iPhone 17 Pro is likely to be powered by Apple's new A19 Pro chip, built using TSMC's 3nm process, promising improved performance and efficiency. The phone will likely come with 12GB of RAM, an upgrade from the 8GB seen in the iPhone 16 Pro, which will allow for better multitasking and app performance.

For photography enthusiasts, the iPhone 17 Pro is said to carry a 48MP telephoto lens instead of the 12MP sensor found in the previous model. This would improve the zooming capacity of the phone and the general quality of photos. On the front, it is expected to carry a 24MP selfie camera for sharper resolution and video calls and self-portraits.

As we enter the official launch, so to speak, more details will continue to come in, but these rumors give us an excellent idea of the major changes coming with the iPhone 17 Pro.