The iPhone 17 is Coming: Apple’s Next Big Thing
Apple fans, get ready! The iPhone 17 is set to debut on 9 September 2025, boasting a slimmer design, exciting new features, and AI-powered enhancements. Here’s a look at the latest rumours, design updates, and key features.
iPhone 17 Air: Ultra-Slim Design
Apple may retire the “Plus” model in favour of the ultra-slim iPhone 17 Air. Rumoured to measure just 5.5mm thick, it promises a lightweight yet stylish option for users who prefer portability.
To achieve this slimness, the iPhone 17 Air may feature:
A single wide camera
One speaker
No physical SIM card tray
Design & Build: Aluminium Returns
Apple could bring back aluminium frames for the Pro models, improving heat dissipation and unifying the design across the lineup.
Vapour chamber cooling might also make its debut, enhancing thermal management—possibly exclusive to the Pro Max
Cameras: Horizontal Bar & Upgrades
The iPhone 17 may replace the square camera bump with a horizontal camera bar, spreading lenses across the top of the device.
Camera highlights include:
Pro models: 48MP telephoto lens with up to 8x optical zoom
24MP front camera for sharper selfies
Pro-only features: new Pro camera app, Camera Control button, anti-reflective display, and potential 8K video support
MagSafe, Display & Wireless Charging
Changes to the rear include a slightly lower Apple logo and a redesigned MagSafe ring.
Rumours also suggest:
Faster 50W Qi2 wireless charging for iPhone 17
ProMotion (120Hz) and Always-On display extended to non-Pro models

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Performance: A19 Chipset, RAM & Connectivity
Base iPhone 17: A18 chip
iPhone 17 Air: Standard A19 chip
iPhone 17 Pro: A19 Pro chip
All models: 12GB RAM
Apple may also introduce its Proxmia Wi-Fi/Bluetooth chip, and the Air model could include the C1 modem, optimised for power efficiency but lacking mmWave 5G.
Colours & Pricing
iPhone 17: black, silver, blue, green, purple
iPhone 17 Air: black, silver, light gold, light blue
iPhone 17 Pro: white, grey, black, dark blue, orange
US tariffs could push Pro, Pro Max, and Air prices up by around US$50 (~S$65), while the base model remains unchanged.

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Launch, Pre-Order & Availability
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 on 9 September 2025, with pre-orders starting 12 September and retail availability on 19 September.
Source: HardwareZone & The Straits Times