What to Expect From the iPhone 17

What to Expect From the iPhone 17

Welcome to Envirofone’s hub for all things iPhone 17. While the device hasn’t been officially confirmed yet, the rumour mill is already in full swing — and based on Apple’s release history, supply chain leaks and industry predictions, we can get a fairly good idea of what might be coming.

Everything on this page is based on early reports and online speculation, so nothing should be taken as final until Apple makes an announcement. Still, it’s always exciting to explore what the next iPhone generation could bring.

If you’re comparing future upgrades, you might also like our iPhone 17 vs iPhone 16 comparison.

Is the iPhone 17 Coming?

While unconfirmed, it’s almost certain that Apple will launch the iPhone 17 in September 2025. Apple rarely moves away from its September release cycle, with only the Covid-19 disruption in 2020 delaying things slightly.

Current predictions point to:

• Announcement: 9th September 2025 (rumoured)
• Pre-orders: Expected one week later
• Release date: Late September 2025

Previous iPhone release dates support this pattern:

• iPhone 16: 20th September 2024
• iPhone 15: 22nd September 2023
• iPhone 14: 16th September 2022
• iPhone 13: 24th September 2021
• iPhone 12: 23rd October 2020 (delayed due to Covid-19)
• iPhone 11: 20th September 2019

Will the iPhone 17 Have Major Changes?

Each new iPhone brings performance upgrades, but early leaks suggest the iPhone 17 may be a larger refresh than usual. Rumoured changes include:

• New A19 chipset for faster processing and improved efficiency
• Better battery performance and improved power management
• Stronger display materials designed to reduce scratches and potential cracks
• Updated camera system, potentially with a 24MP front camera

Apple is also rumoured to be launching an additional model: the iPhone 17 Air. This lighter, slimmer version may include fewer cameras and a redesigned camera layout that stretches horizontally across the top of the phone — making it easier to distinguish from the main iPhone 17 lineup.

Will the iPhone 17 Have a New Design?

Based on leaked prototypes and concept renders, the iPhone 17 may introduce a few design tweaks:

• A slightly larger screen — moving from 6.1" to around 6.3"
• Updated Dynamic Island visuals or functionality
• Aluminium framing for non-Pro models
• New colour options, which Apple often adds with each new series

It’s also rumoured that the camera placement will remain similar on standard models, but Pro and Air versions may see new arrangements as Apple experiments with design differentiation.

iPhone 17: Rumoured Specs

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