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The Independent
3 days ago
- The Independent
iPhone 17 tipped to launch with these three new camera upgrades
The next iPhone is almost here. With a September launch fast approaching, there are new leaks about the iPhone 17 every week, and we could be about to see Apple 's biggest shake-up in years. As well as suggesting that all four iPhone 17 models will receive a radical redesign, the latest leaks suggest that Apple could also include a second camera control button on the top of its smartphone. Apple is expected to release an iPhone 17 Air this year, and it could be Apple's thinnest phone ever, with leaks suggesting it could be just 5.5mm thick. To preserve battery life, Apple may also introduce silicon-anode battery tech. Matte finishes are also tipped to return across the full line-up, alongside upgraded 24MP front cameras. The phones will release with iOS 26, bringing a new 'liquid glass' interface and more Apple Intelligence tools. Though the upgraded AI Siri is still expected to land in 2026, and there's even talk of a foldable iPhone in the pipeline, Apple fans are counting down to the iPhone 17. Here's what we know so far. Apple iPhone 17 release date: When will the new smartphones launch? It's easy to predict the release date for the iPhone 17. It used to be that Apple only launched products on a Tuesday, and while that's changed to Mondays and Wednesdays for recent launches, its iPhone launches still happen every September like clockwork. Apple almost always announces its new line of smartphones on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday in the second week of September. To give you an idea, the iPhone 16 was announced on Monday 9 September 2024, the iPhone 15 on Tuesday 5 September 2023, the iPhone 14 on Wednesday 7 September 2022, and the iPhone 13 on Tuesday 14 September 2021. Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman has also weighed in, suggesting the keynote will take place during the week starting Monday 8 September, which is the week straight after Labor Day in the US – Apple's traditional launch window. Apple tends to avoid Fridays, and while Monday 8 September is a possibility, Gurman says Tuesday 9 or Wednesday 10 is more likely. So, I'm expecting Apple to unveil the iPhone 17 sometime between 8 and 10 September, most likely on Tuesday 9 September, with pre-orders going live on Friday 12 September. The iPhone 17 lineup could then be released on Friday 19 September. Apple iPhone 17 price: How much could the new handsets cost? iPhone pricing rumours are never all that reliable. Every year, leakers and analysts predict a price hike, and every year Apple tends to hold firm. But that might finally change in 2025. In May, The Wall Street Journal claimed that Apple was planning to raise iPhone prices later this year. The tech giant reportedly intends to attribute the hike to new features and design changes, rather than tariffs, in a bid to avoid political backlash. In the same month, Donald Trump threatened to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all iPhones manufactured outside the US. Apple has already shifted some production to India, helping it avoid earlier tariffs, but this latest threat could still affect global pricing by the time the iPhone 17 launches. As for specifics, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported in March that the iPhone 17 Air, which is expected to replace the Plus model, will cost the same as the iPhone 16 Plus: $899 in the US and £899 in the UK. That could make it the most affordable of the new models, despite its slimmer design and potential battery trade-offs. Apple iPhone 17 design and display Majin Bu, a leaker with a mixed track record, claimed back in September 2024 that Apple was prototyping an iPhone with the volume and action buttons unified into one single button. It could work similarly to the capacitive camera control button seen on the iPhone 16 Pro. The biggest design overhaul looks set to arrive with the iPhone 17 Air. In March, notorious leaker IceUniverse claimed that the phone could be just 5.5mm thick – thinner than any iPhone Apple has ever released. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said last year that it will feature just a single 48MP rear camera in a new horizontal pill-shaped camera bar, and unusually, Apple Track claimed in late April 2025 that it will feature a USB-C port that's slightly off-centre to accommodate the slimmer chassis. The device is also rumoured to feature a 6.6in OLED display with ProMotion, Dynamic Island and Face ID. As for the rest of the range, a really early rumour from Haitong International Securities analyst Jeff Pu, published in May last year, claimed that the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air and iPhone 17 Pro will use a complex aluminium design instead of the titanium frame found on the 16 Pro. The 16 and 16 Plus already use aluminium, but the 16 Pro doesn't. Pu did suggest the iPhone 17 Pro Max could maintain the titanium frame, however. It's a downgrade in materials that I'm hoping won't come to fruition, but another report published by The Information in September adds credence to the leak and suggests that all four handsets will have an aluminium frame. The report states that the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max will also boast an aluminium upper back half, while the bottom half will be glass, reportedly because wireless charging doesn't work with a metal rear. Again, it would be a big downgrade from the all-glass rear on the iPhone 16 Pro line right now, depending on how it's implemented. There will also be a larger rectangular camera bump, making the 17 Pro look more like a Google Pixel. In December, a semiconductor insider shared a render of what the new frame could look like on X. Jeff Pu claimed in his May 2024 report that, with the exception of the iPhone 17 Air, the iPhone 17 lineup will feature the same display dimensions as the iPhone 16. If true, that means the iPhone 17's display will measure 6.1in, the iPhone 17 Pro will feature the same 6.3in display, and the iPhone 17 Pro Max will still measure 6.9in. Pu claims that the iPhone 17 displays will be more scratch-resistant and boast a more anti-reflective coating, but that rumour has since been walked back due to reported production issues. One early 2024 rumour from The Elec, a media outlet specialising in Korean electronics, claims that the non-Pro models will receive the Pro's always-on display for the first time and that they'll also get ProMotion LPTO technology, giving it a dynamic refresh rate. Apple is also reportedly shifting the positioning of the Apple logo to sit lower on the back of the iPhone 17 Pro to accommodate a new full-width camera bar. This would be the first major repositioning since the iPhone 11. Leaked renders, shared by Bu in late June, suggest the redesign may centre the logo within a glass cutout below the aluminium camera bump, preserving wireless charging while changing how MagSafe accessories align. Accessory makers are reportedly already adapting their gear for this redesign, though it's unclear if the internal magnet placement will also change. Apple iPhone 17 colours In April 2025, Majin Bu reported that Apple was testing a new sky blue colourway for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max. However, that finish now appears to have been reassigned. According to a July report from Macworld, the same sky blue is instead expected to feature on the iPhone 17 Air, reflecting a more muted palette. Majin Bu also stated on 17 July that the earlier sky blue colourway has now been dropped and will be used on the iPhone 17 Air instead. On 20 June, Bu shared another leak suggesting that Apple was also testing two pastel purple and green colours for the base iPhone 17 models. Both were reportedly still in contention at the time, but only one might make the final cut. These could replace some of the iPhone 16's brighter colourways, like pink or ultramarine. More rumours about colours have continued to drop. In a July report, Macworld claims the base iPhone 17 will launch in black and white, carried over from the iPhone 16, as well as steel grey, light blue, green and purple, echoing Bu's report. The publication also states that the iPhone 17 Air will also come in black and white, alongside a much paler sky blue and a soft gold finish. The blue is reportedly even lighter than the standard model's, while the gold is described as a creamier take on last year's desert titanium. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max are rumoured to come in black, white, grey (similar to natural titanium), a dark navy blue and a vibrant orange, inspired by the Apple Watch Ultra's action button. Macworld backed up these colours in its report on 16 July, adding that Apple is expected to switch from titanium to aluminium frames for the new Pro models, a change that may subtly affect how certain colours look in person. Apple iPhone 17 specs Leaks about the iPhone 17's performance are beginning to trickle out. According to Gurman, all models (including the iPhone 17 Air) will feature an A19 chip, while the Pro and Pro Max will get an upgraded A19 Pro chipset. All four phones are also rumoured to ship with 12GB of RAM – a step up from the 8GB found in the iPhone 16 Pro to support future Apple Intelligence features. The iPhone 17 Air will also reportedly include Apple's own C1 modem (also found in the iPhone 16e) and won't have a SIM tray – even outside the US. Wi-Fi 7 support is expected across the entire range. The Pro models could also feature a new vapour chamber cooling system to help with heat dissipation. Apple iPhone 17 camera In an August 2024 report, Jeff Pu claimed in a research note that all four iPhone 17 models will feature a 24MP front-facing camera – a better lens than the 12MP front-facing camera on the iPhone 16. It's a rumour seconded by reliable leaker Ming-Chi Kuo in January 2024. In October 2024, Pu added that the iPhone 17 Pro would feature a 48MP telephoto snapper with 3.5x optical zoom and a redesigned triple camera array that runs horizontally across the rear. According to a YouTube video from FrontPageTech released in April, the Pro models may also gain a new video recording feature allowing users to capture footage from both the front and rear cameras at the same time. It's rumoured that it would let you overlay a selfie shot over outward-facing footage – a useful tool for vloggers or creators. In February 2025, Majin Bu showed more renders of the iPhone 17 lineup, this time of the camera array. In the renders, the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max can be seen with a triple camera system placed horizontally across the top. The base iPhone 17 will stick to its two vertical cameras, and the iPhone 17 Air will feature just one single camera. Mark Gurman claimed in March 2025 that this will be a 48MP camera on the iPhone 17 Air. According to Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman, Apple plans to emphasise improved video recording this year to better appeal to creators and vloggers, something he suggested in a PowerOn newsletter in February. In July 2025, an anonymous tipster told MacRumors that the iPhone 17 Pro would receive an upgraded Telephoto lens with up to 8x optical zoom, a notable jump from the iPhone 16 Pro's 5x. The same source claimed the lens would support continuous optical zoom across focal lengths by physically shifting position. Apple is also reportedly working on a new pro camera app designed to rival third-party tools like Halide and Filmic Pro, though it's unclear if it will be exclusive to the Pro models. The anonymous tipster also claimed that a second dedicated camera control button will be added to the top edge of the iPhone 17, complementing the existing one on the side. Apple iPhone 17 battery life While you might think that a thinner iPhone 17 Air would mean a worse battery life, Mark Gurman claims that the battery life in the iPhone 17 Air will be "on par with current iPhones', presumably the entry-level iPhone 16. This will be achieved, he says, thanks to some hardware and software optimisations, including the use of Apple's C1 modem – found in the iPhone 16e – a higher-density battery and the removal of an ultrawide camera, providing more room inside the phone for something bigger. According to a report in The Information, the iPhone 17 Air's ultra-thin design will come at a cost to battery life, with only 60 to 70 per cent of users expected to make it through a full day without recharging. That's a sharp drop compared to the 80 to 90 per cent average seen on other models. With a smaller battery packed into its slim chassis, Apple is reportedly preparing to offer a dedicated battery case, potentially an extra (and unwelcome) purchase. But in May, Bloomberg reported that the iPhone 17 Air could adopt a new silicon-anode battery developed by Apple supplier TDK. The company is expected to begin shipping the upgraded cells by the end of June, ahead of schedule, potentially giving Apple enough time to include them in the slimmer handset. The new tech could help extend battery life despite the smaller physical footprint. The verdict: Apple iPhone 17 rumours With rumours pointing to a slimmer iPhone 17 Air, design tweaks across the line-up and potential upgrades like a 48MP front camera and ProMotion trickling down to non-Pro models, the iPhone 17 could mark one of the more exciting updates in years – if the leaks are true. Pricing might not stay flat this year, with reports suggesting increases tied to new design costs and possible US tariffs. The move back to aluminium on the Pro models might feel like a step down, and while a new sky blue colour option could freshen things up, the iPhone 17 Air's single camera and speaker might split opinion. A new silicon-anode battery could help balance out its slimmer build, but the biggest unknown remains Apple Intelligence, with many features still delayed until 2026.
Digital Trends
10-07-2025
- Business
- Digital Trends
The Apple AirPods Max hit an all-time low Amazon Price for Prime Day
If you're an Apple fan, then you probably know all about the Apple AirPods Max, now with USB-C charging. They're considered some of the best headphones for iPhone users for a reason, after all. But what you might not know is that they're now at an all-time low Amazon price of $399. This Amazon Prime Day deal saves you $150 off of the $549 headphones. Assuming you already know everything about the headphones, you can go ahead and tap the button below to start your purchase. Otherwise, keep reading for a bit of a memory jogging exercise and a look at why you should pick up this headphones deal. Why you should buy the Apple AirPods Max When we first looked at the AirPods Max with USB-C we called them the 'AirPods Max 2' (that now seems a step too far, as even Apple just calls them the 'Max') but they really were a step up. For one, a USB-C connection is just better if you have literally any other gear that needs charging. I have a USB-C desk fan, for instance, and I can charge it with the same connection that charges up my tablet. Apple fans lingering in the Lightning era are still juggling with multiple connection types. Then, there's the AirPods Max lossless audio (which was, admittedly, a bit shakey at the beginning). That all being said, you can still gleam a lot of information from our initial AirPods Max review, where one of just two complaints is the aforementioned Lightning cable. They're still the same 'fun' headphones, great for Apple fans, provide excellent comfort, and have outstanding noise canceling. Plus, their transparency and call modes are really superior for those of you that can't stand the thought of taking off your headphones as you go about your day and encounter what each hour brings. If you've ever wanted AirPods Max or have an older Lightning pair, this is the time to upgrade. At $399, a discount of $150 off of the usual $549, the headphones are a great buy. But this deal could very easily be short-lived, as it is here during Prime Day, which ends soon. Don't procrastinate on this deal.
UAE Moments
08-07-2025
- UAE Moments
iPhone 17 Pro Max Leak: Up to 35 Hours of Battery Life
Alright, Apple fans, here's the latest tea: the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro Max might be Apple's longest-lasting phone yet. According to fresh leaks from Weibo (yep, where most Apple buzz starts), this beast could pack a nearly 5,000mAh battery —a solid jump from last year's 4,676mAh on the iPhone 16 Pro Max. Up to 35 Hours of Battery Life If the numbers are true, we're talking about up to 35 hours of battery life —that's the longest runtime ever on an iPhone. For context, the iPhone 16 Pro Max tops out at 33 hours. Perfect for marathon TikTok scrolls, Netflix binges, and all-day calls. A Little Thicker, A Lot More Power To fit this giant battery, the phone could get a little bulkier—around 8.725mm thick, slightly up from 8.25mm. Not a huge difference in your hand, but definitely noticeable in power. Camera Upgrades Still in the Mix Leaks also point to upgraded cameras: triple 48MP lenses on the back and a 24MP front cam. Same camera setup rumored for the regular iPhone 17 Pro, so the battery life is what really sets the Pro Max apart. No official word from Apple yet, but all signs point to a September 2025 launch. With just a few months to go, it's safe to say this will be one of the most talked-about releases of the year.
Daily Mail
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
'Ugliest' design they've ever done: SHIVALI BEST reveals new iPhone update
After months of anticipation, Apple has finally unveiled its next major iPhone update - iOS 26... and fans have dubbed its glass-like elements as ugly and difficult to use. Click above to watch the video in full.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- The Sun
iPhone owners warned as two popular models added to doomed ‘vintage' list & there's a costly consequence for Apple fans
TWO beloved iPhone models have been doomed to Apple's dreaded "vintage list" and affected users must be careful going forward. Tech companies routinely discontinue products after so many years to make way for shiny new gadgets. 3 3 3 Apple downgrades its older devices into a vintage category before becoming totally obsolete. When a device falls into the vintage category it means repairs can become quite difficult. The definition is important for Apple fans, as once your iPhone enters the vintage stage getting it repaired can become tricky. While these devices are still eligible for repair, it is based on the availability of parts which will soon run out. Apple defines iPhones and other products as vintage when sales were stopped more than five years ago but less than seven years ago. After seven years, they become obsolete resulting in no hardware service at all. The latest additions to the vintage list are the iPhone 7 Plus and the iPhone 8. These were announced way back in September 2016 and September 2017 respectively. The iPhone 8 was notable for being the last flagship iPhone to feature the home button and Touch ID, before it was axed entirely for Face ID on the iPhone X. Apple's list currently only lists the 64GB and 256GB versions of the iPhone 8 as vintage, but the 128GB version isn't. Apple reveals 'Safety Check' trick to instantly stop exposing your pics and location The (PRODUCT)RED versions of the iPhone 8 were already on the vintage list. Elsewhere, Apple bumped the iPad Air 2 and iPad Mini 2 from vintage to obsolete in its latest update. Here is the full list of "vintage" iPhones as it now stands: iPhone 4 (8GB) iPhone 5 iPhone 6 iPhone 7 Plus iPhone SE iPhone 8 (64GB, 256GB) iPhone 8 Red iPhone 8 Plus Red iPhone X And these are the iPhones that are obsolete: iPhone iPhone 3G (China mainland) 8GB iPhone 3G 8GB, 16GB iPhone 3GS (China mainland) 16GB, 32GB iPhone 3GS (8GB) iPhone 3GS 16GB, 32GB iPhone 4 CDMA iPhone 4 CDMA (8GB) iPhone 4 16GB, 32GB iPhone 4 GSM (8GB), Black iPhone 4S iPhone 4S (8GB) iPhone 5C iPhone 5S iPhone 6 Plus iPhone 6s (32GB) iPhone 6s Plus (32GB) Time to upgrade? Analysis by Jamie Harris, Assistant Technology and Science Editor at The Sun If you own an affected device you only really have two choices. Fix any issues you're aware of now while parts are still available - but bear in mind that the cost to get this repair may not be worth it compared to the value of your smartphone today. Or, upgrade. Of course, upgrading to a brand new phone is expensive but it may cost you less in the long run compared to repairs, especially as your current phone will be more prone to further breakages and is likely to go completely kaput soon.
