The iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max are set to release in three months, sparking a flurry of rumors regarding their features.
Here’s a summary of the anticipated upgrades for the iPhone 17 Pro models as of June 2025:
- Aluminum Frame: The new iPhone 17 Pro models are expected to have an aluminum frame, differing from the titanium frames found in the iPhone 15 Pro and 16 Pro models, and the stainless steel used in previous models starting from the iPhone X.
- Rectangular Camera Bump: A large rectangular camera protrusion with rounded corners is anticipated, with Apple likely maintaining the triangular layout of the rear camera lenses.
- Sky Blue Finish: The iPhone 17 Pro models are rumored to be available in a Sky Blue hue, similar to the latest MacBook Air.
- Larger Battery: The design of the iPhone 17 Pro Max is rumored to be slightly thicker, facilitating an increased battery size.
- A19 Pro Chip: The models are expected to feature Apple’s forthcoming A19 Pro chip, which will utilize TSMC’s advanced third-generation 3nm process, promising moderate performance enhancements and improved energy efficiency.
- Apple-Designed Wi-Fi 7 Chip: All four variants in the iPhone 17 lineup may incorporate a new Wi-Fi 7 chip designed by Apple instead of Broadcom.
- Enhanced Cameras: An upgraded 24-megapixel front camera and a 48-megapixel rear Telephoto camera are among the notable improvements, elevating the photography capabilities of the devices.
- Dual Video Recording: Rumors suggest that users will be able to record video using both front and rear cameras simultaneously.
- 8K Video Recording: With the introduction of 48-megapixel rear cameras, the possibility of 8K video recording features may debut with these models.
- 12GB of RAM: Expected enhancements in memory capacity are aimed at bolstering multitasking and Apple Intelligence performance with 12GB of RAM in iPhone 17 Pro models.
- Improved Cooling: New internal designs are anticipated to enhance thermal management, with a vapor chamber cooling system rumored for the Pro variants.
For a more detailed collection of rumors, visit our comprehensive iPhone 17 Pro roundup.