The alleged specifications for the iPhone 17 series (iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max) paint an interesting picture of Apple’s 2025 lineup. Below is a structured breakdown of the key details:
Key Specifications & Rumors
1. Launch & Models
- Expected Launch: September 2025
- Models:
- iPhone 17 (6.1″)
- iPhone 17 Air (6.6″) – Possibly a new mid-tier model
- iPhone 17 Pro (6.3″)
- iPhone 17 Pro Max (6.9″)
2. Processors (Chipset)
- iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max: A19 Pro (TSMC N3P process)
- iPhone 17 Air: A19 (TSMC N3P)
- iPhone 17: A18 (TSMC N3E)
3. RAM & Memory
- iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max: 12GB LPDDR5X
- iPhone 17 Air: 12GB LPDDR5
- iPhone 17: 8GB LPDDR5
4. Cameras
- Front Camera (All Models): 24MP (6P lens)
- Rear Cameras:
- iPhone 17:
- 48MP (7P) main
- 12MP (5P) ultrawide
- iPhone 17 Air:
- 48MP (7P) main (no ultrawide?)
- iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max:
- 48MP (7P) main
- 48MP (6P) ultrawide
- 48MP (1G+3P) periscope telephoto
- iPhone 17:
5. Design & Materials
- iPhone 17 / Pro / Pro Max: Aluminum frame
- iPhone 17 Air: Titanium frame (unexpected, given Air is mid-tier)
6. Charging & Biometrics
- Charging: 35W wired (all models)
- Face ID: Continues with structured light
7. Connectivity
- Wi-Fi 7: Apple-designed chip across all models
- 5G Modem:
- iPhone 17 Air: Apple’s in-house “C1” baseband
- Other models: Qualcomm modem
8. Manufacturing
- Foxconn: iPhone 17, 17 Air, 17 Pro
- ICT (Luxshare): iPhone 17 Pro Max (NPI lead)
Analysis & Takeaways
- New “Air” Model? The 6.6″ iPhone 17 Air could be a new mid-range option, possibly replacing the Plus model.
- Chipset Split: The standard iPhone 17 gets an A18, while the Air gets an A19—an unusual hierarchy.
- Apple’s Modem Debut? The C1 baseband in the iPhone 17 Air suggests Apple is testing its own 5G modem in a lower-risk model.
- Bigger Displays: The Pro Max jumps to 6.9″, while the Pro gets a slight bump to 6.3″.
- Periscope for All Pros? The 48MP periscope telephoto may extend to both Pro models (unlike the current gen, where only the Pro Max has it).
Potential Questions
- Why does the Air get a titanium frame while the Pro models stick with aluminum?
- Will the A18 in the base iPhone 17 be a rebranded A17 Pro, or a new chip?
- Is Apple finally moving away from Qualcomm modems with the C1 chip?
This leak suggests major changes in Apple’s lineup, including a potential new “Air” tier, bigger displays, and Apple’s first in-house 5G modem. However, as always, take early rumors with caution until Apple’s official announcement.
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