The most in - depth analysis of the iPhone 17 series across the internet. eSIM and self - developed basebands are both on the scene, and there are even more cutting - edge technologies emerging...

The official announcement of Apple's 2025 fall product launch event has set the date for 1:00 am Beijing time on September 10th.

However, details about the new iPhone have already been "spoiled" online. Before the launch event, let's take a look at the highlights of the new models in advance. Meanwhile, let's also see what new features are hidden in Apple's accessories such as watches and headphones. After the event, we can look back to see if these speculations are accurate.

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If the rumors are true, the iPhone 17 Pro is likely to be the Pro model with the most significant changes in recent years. Almost every aspect, from the appearance to the internal structure, has been redesigned.

Let's start with the appearance. Most of the renderings and mock - ups circulated online before did not match the real details. The currently more reliable version shows that the new - generation iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max will adopt a two - tone design of "glass + metal". In terms of color schemes, the long - rumored "copper color" may be introduced as the main color of this generation.

It's worth noting the antenna line design. It is no longer limited to the middle frame but extends from the middle frame to the glass part of the battery cover, similar to the design of the Xiaomi 12S Ultra series. In addition to the three injection - molded antennas on the side of the frame, there is also a whole circle of injection - molded antennas around the camera module. This design reminds people of early Android models such as the HTC M7, giving a "retro" feeling.

The more crucial changes are inside. The structure of the iPhone 17 Pro will undergo a major adjustment. The middle frame will be changed to a middle plate, and the internal space will be fully connected.

In addition, the iPhone 17 Pro may also adopt the "irregular - shaped battery" solution. It will use a three - section layout of "camera - motherboard - battery" inside, and may even add a vapor chamber. These are configurations that have already been popularized in Android flagships, and we will finally see them on the iPhone this year.

However, for the Chinese mainland version, since it retains the physical SIM card slot, and Apple didn't design two sets of motherboards for eSIM and physical SIM models, it will directly "cut a corner" on the battery to accommodate the slot.

The core reason for these changes is likely the upgrade of the imaging module this year. According to rumors, the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max will be equipped with a triple - camera system with 48 - megapixel sensors across the series. The maximum zoom distance will be increased from 5x to 8x, and the size of the module will naturally increase accordingly.

The consequence of the larger imaging module is that the position of the MagSafe magnets on the back cover has to be adjusted. In the past, the Apple logo was in the center of the whole device. This year, it will be moved down to the center of the glass back panel, and may even "break" the original circular MagSafe magnet array. This means that the old magnetic accessories may not be fully compatible with the new iPhone, and the compatibility needs to be re - verified.

Phone Cases with "Tech Woven" Pattern and Lanyard Holes

In addition to the phone itself, there are also many new rumors about Apple's accessories.

Previously, Apple's genuine leather phone cases were taken off the shelves due to being "not environmentally friendly". The replacement "woven twill" cases received poor reviews. They were neither delicate nor durable, and there were constant complaints after their launch. This year, Apple seems to want to redeem its reputation and plans to launch a new type of phone case made of a material called "TechWoven".

From the current information, this material may be similar to carbon fiber or the Cordura fabric commonly used in outdoor products. However, there is no clear news about where the "tech - sense" lies. It should be noted that the phone case pictures circulated online are probably fake. The knitting pattern on the back cover is obviously crooked, and the details do not meet Apple's craftsmanship standards at all.

What's more interesting is that the new phone case is suspected to have two lanyard holes. This design is quite rare in today's flagship phone accessories, giving a feeling of "renaissance". It makes people can't help but wonder if Apple will launch a lanyard priced in the three - digit range after the $145 "Apple polishing cloth".

The iPhone 17 Air May Become a Best - Seller This Year

Compared with the "major changes" in the Pro series, the standard version of the iPhone 17 seems a bit "ordinary". It continues the vertical dual - camera and cold - carved glass design, and the gap with the Pro series is obvious at a glance. The only possible upgrade may be the "high - refresh - rate" screen. This year, Apple will finally equip the standard - version iPhone with a high - refresh - rate screen.

However, there is no accurate news yet about whether the "full - screen display" function of the Pro series will be extended to the standard version. Referring to the differentiation strategy between the Apple Watch SE and the standard version, it is likely not to be extended. After all, Apple needs to clearly define the positioning differences between the "standard version" and the "Pro version" in terms of appearance and function.

What is really worth looking forward to is the new model, the iPhone 17 Air. Its appearance is more similar to the two Pro models. It is also equipped with a large horizontal deco. The screen size is slightly larger than the standard version, but the body is lighter and thinner. It is very likely to become a "best - seller candidate" this year.

Moreover, it is rumored that it will promote domestic operators to open the eSIM function. At that time, the card - changing process and policy support of eSIM will become important highlights this year.

In addition, according to rumors, the iPhone 17 digital series and the Pro series will still use Qualcomm basebands, while the iPhone 17 Air will be equipped with Apple's self - developed C1 baseband. This is consistent with the configuration strategy of last year's iPhone 16e, which also means that Apple's self - developed baseband is gradually being implemented.

Finally, in terms of price, according to rumors, the starting price of the iPhone 17 is $799, the iPhone 17 Air starts at $949, the iPhone 17 Pro starts at $1049, and the iPhone 17 Pro Max starts at $1199. The prices are slightly higher than those of the iPhone 16.

Software Updates for Other Products Besides Phones

In addition to phones, the chip configurations of Apple's other products were exposed in advance due to an "accidental leak". A software update that Apple mistakenly released before revealed the chip information of several new products, including both regular upgrades and unexpected configurations.

For example, there is an entry - level iPad with the A18 chip and the Apple Watch series with the S11 chip. It is worth mentioning that for the rumored Watch 11 and Ultra 3 series, the cellular versions will for the first time use MediaTek baseband chips, bringing 5G to the Apple Watch for the first time. Although it's hard to imagine what it can do for now, it's still a significant step forward for wearable devices after years.

As for the others, it's not that the configurations are extremely amazing, but that they are updated much faster than expected. For example, the HomePod mini with the S9 chip, the new Apple TV with the A17 Pro chip, the new Vision Pro with the M5 chip, and the new iPad mini with the A19 Pro chip.

However, the most surprising thing is that Apple is preparing a Studio Display equipped with the A19 Pro chip. You know, the rumored "budget - version MacBook" is only equipped with the A18 Pro chip. Installing such a high - end chip in a display is really confusing. Can it be to spread the process cost of high - end chips?

This reminds people of Huawei putting the Kirin 9020 chip in a TV. Now Apple is putting the A19 Pro chip in a display. The ideas unexpectedly "converge", and it can only be said that "the tech circle is really a huge boomerang".