Recent reports suggest that the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max will be larger in size next year. There’s also talk about the rectangular camera bump taking up a significant chunk of the back. However, new insights indicate that this rectangular camera setup might depart from the traditional square design that Apple has used for years. Instead, the company could be exploring an entirely new camera design for next year’s iPhone lineup, at least for the Pro models.
A leak originating from the Chinese social media platform, Weibo, revealed an image purported to be the metal frame of the iPhone 17 Pro, allegedly sourced from Apple’s supply chain in China. The image showcases a camera cutout unlike anything we’ve seen from Apple before. This camera design resembles the module found on the Pixel 9 series, featuring a large rectangular opening.
According to the leak: “The frame of the new iPhone in the supply chain is indeed like this, with an ultra-wide-angle lens in the middle to make room for the front structural light sensor.”
The renowned leaker, Digital Chat Station, corroborates this claim, stating that the iPhone 17 series has indeed switched to this design. The mention of “slim” in the leak might suggest that this change could also apply to the rumored iPhone 17 Slim/Air. However, this theory seems implausible, as the iPhone 17 Slim is expected to feature a single camera only. There appears to be some confusion in the translation, but the leaker emphasizes that the specifics of lens arrangement remain unclear.
Another intriguing point mentioned by the source is that Android phones next year will also adopt this design. If true, it wouldn’t be the first time Android manufacturers have followed Apple’s lead. For instance, Apple’s decision to remove the headphone jack and charger from the box – initially criticized by companies like Samsung – was later emulated by Android brands, including Samsung itself. Similarly, the new camera control button introduced on the recent iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max has also made its way to devices like the OPPO Find X8 Pro.
Previously, according to another reputable source, The Information, the back of the iPhone 17 Pro models is expected to feature a new design that combines aluminum and glass. The upper part of the back will house a larger rectangular camera bump made of aluminum instead of 3D glass. The lower part will be made of glass to maintain wireless charging capabilities.
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