A Potential Design Shift for iPhone 17 Air
An alleged screen protector for the anticipated ultra-sleek iPhone 17 Air has unveiled a possible design alteration.
Camera Position Reconfiguration
According to an image shared today by the leaker known as Majin Bu, the front camera for the iPhone 17 Air might be situated to the left of the Dynamic Island, as opposed to the previous models where it was on the right side. This shift is noteworthy considering Apple’s usual design choices.
Rationale Behind the Change
While the reason for this design modification in the iPhone 17 Air remains uncertain, it could be that the device’s ultra-thin structure has necessitated the repositioning of internal components associated with the front camera and Face ID features. This model is anticipated to be the slimmest iPhone ever, measuring 5.5mm at its thinnest point.
Front Camera Upgrades Across Models
Rumors suggest that all four iPhone 17 versions will feature a 24-megapixel front camera, a notable upgrade from the 12-megapixel camera present in all iPhone 16 models. Despite this enhancement, the altered placement of the front camera in the iPhone 17 Air does not seem to correlate with the screen protectors for the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max, which still indicate that the camera will remain on the right side of the Dynamic Island.
Expected Announcement Timeline
Apple is likely to announce the iPhone 17 Air in September, which may provide clarity on the reasons behind the proposed front camera repositioning, should these rumors be substantiated.
