The countdown to the arrival of the next generation of Apple smartphones has already begun. There are only a few months left until the company unveils the iPhone 17, and leaks have revealed a multitude of details about the changes and new features coming to the family. This year, there's no shortage of rumors and information about dates, models, and specifications, so anticipation is sky-high.
As usual, The launch is scheduled for September, following the same schedule Apple has maintained in previous years. Throughout these weeks, real-life images, prototypes, and technical specifications have already been leaked, suggesting a profound overhaul in some key aspects, especially in the design of the cameras and displays.
Dates of presentation and arrival on the market
Everything indicates that the official presentation event The iPhone 17 launch will take place during the second week of September. Although Apple has not yet confirmed it, the most well-founded predictions suggest that the company will hold its keynote between September 8 and 10. According to leaks, Reservations will open on Friday the 12th, and a week later, the Friday September 19The devices will be available in physical and online stores, including the Apple Store in Spain.
In addition to the iPhone 17, the event is expected to feature other Apple ecosystem products, such as the new Apple Watch and AirPods, which will likely attract a large number of users eager for any new developments.
The four iPhone 17 models and the Air leap
in this generation the four models are maintained, a standard at Apple for years. The surprise star will be the iPhone 17 Air, which fills the gap in the Plus range with a much thinner and lighter design, rivaling the iPad Pro M4 in terms of thinness.
- iPhone 17: base model, 6,3-inch screen and continuous design.
- iPhone 17 Air: the main aesthetic innovation, with only 5,4-5,5 mm thickness and titanium chassis.
- iPhone 17 Pro: 6,3-inch panel; the main focus of the new cameras and advanced features.
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: the largest, with 6,9 inches and exclusive improvements in screen and battery.
Apple's proposal with the Air model is clear: bringing the iPhone line closer to ultra-light devices without sacrificing performance. It will be a more expensive model than the previous Plus due to the use of titanium and its ultra-slim profile.
Renewed design and colors
El iPhone 17 family design It is characterized by a continuity in the general lines, with straight sides and rounded corners, but introduces major changes in the rear camera modules, especially in the Pro and Pro Max models. Here, the classic square arrangement gives way to a rectangular bar that runs across the entire top of the device, integrating sensors, LiDAR and flash into a single visual block.
In the case of iPhone 17 AirThe camera will be unique, and the design will seek to maximize the feeling of lightness. Titanium as the main material provides a distinctive touch and should solve the flex issues seen in the past.
As for colors, the leaks suggest bold combinations, with the appearance of an orange hue for the Pro and Pro Max, as well as new light blue, pastel pink, and sand versions for base and Air models. The Pro models retain classic colors like black, white, space gray, and navy, while the Air models opt for softer finishes.
Screens and reinforced protection
All models are expected to incorporate OLED displays with 120 Hz refresh rate, a substantial improvement over last year's entry-level models. Thanks to Samsung Display's LTPO panels, the visual experience will be smoother, whether it's animations, games, or multimedia content.
Also noteworthy is the introduction of a new anti-reflective and higher hardness coating, improving scratch resistance and outdoor visibility, surpassing the already well-known Ceramic Shield.
Processors and memory
The iPhone 17 line continues to bet on the differentiation between models in terms of chipsThe base model will be powered by the A18 Pro (same as the iPhone 16 Pro), while the Air, Pro, and Pro Max will jump to the chip. Pro A19, with cutting-edge 3nm technology and up to 12GB of RAM on the higher-end models. The Air will, however, have one less GPU core than the Pro models. All models feature Apple's new C1 modem for improved mobile connectivity and energy efficiency.
Camera system: the main change in the Pro
The highlight of this year is, without a doubt, the camera module renewal in the Pro and Pro Max range. Apple abandons the square format for the first time since the iPhone 11 Pro, opting for a horizontal strip where the main camera will offer a sensor 48 MP with up to 5x optical periscopic zoom and 25x digital zoom. There are also improvements to the front sensor (which increases to 24 MP) and the possible arrival of a new dedicated button for advanced photography.
