No more Plus model,say hello to the iPhone 17 Air Apple’s making some big changes to its iPhone lineup in 2025 as per leaks. The "Plus" model is out, and in comes a totally new one called the iPhone 17 Air. It’s expected to be the thinnest iPhone ever—possibly just 5.5mm thick and super lightweight. It’ll sit somewhere between the regular iPhone 17 and the pricier Pro models, both in terms of size and price. Think of it like the iPad Air or MacBook Air sleek and capable, without going full-on Pro.
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Bigger screens and a sleeker design Apple’s also shaking up screen sizes. The regular iPhone 17 is getting a bit bigger at 6.3 inches (same as the 17 Pro), the Air will be 6.6 inches, and the Pro Max sticks to its big 6.9-inch size. All models will still have the Dynamic Island up top, according to leaks. The Air might look a little different though, it could have its camera moved to the center and a slightly shifted charging port because of how thin the phone will be.
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Finally, smooth scrolling on all models Good news: Apple’s super-smooth 120Hz ProMotion display won’t be limited to just the Pro models anymore, reports suggest. This time, even the regular iPhone 17 will get it. That means better scrolling, nicer animations, and an overall smoother experience. Apple’s also using newer screen tech (LTPO OLED), which might bring always-on display to more models but there’s still a chance it stays exclusive to the Pros.
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Selfie upgrades and camera tweaks If you love taking selfies, the iPhone 17 might be your new best friend. Apple is reportedly bumping the front camera up to 24 megapixels (that’s double what it is now), which should mean sharper photos and better video calls. On the back, the Air model may come with a single 48MP lens, while the Pro Max could get an upgraded zoom lens. The regular 17 will likely stick to its usual camera setup.
Apple’s building more stuff in-house For years, Apple has used chips from companies like Qualcomm and Broadcom—but that’s starting to change. The iPhone 17 Air is expected to be the first to get Apple’s own Wi-Fi 7 chip, and possibly even an Apple-made 5G modem. The other models might still use Qualcomm’s chips for now. But this shift shows Apple wants to control more of its tech, which could mean faster performance and better battery life down the line.
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