Should You Wait for the iPhone 17? 10 Rumored Features to Consider

With the iPhone 16 set to be released in Thailand on September 20, 2024, many are wondering if they should upgrade now or wait for the iPhone 17. If you’re due for an upgrade, especially if you’re using an older iPhone model, it might be worth considering the rumored features of the iPhone 17.

Apple typically releases new iPhone models every year in September, and the company is always working on new features and technologies. This year’s iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max have larger screen sizes, and we can expect even more exciting features in the iPhone 17.

1. Face ID Under the Screen

The iPhone 17 Pro is expected to feature under-display Face ID technology, with a circular cutout for the front-facing camera. This will likely be the last of Apple’s premium models to feature a circular cutout for the front-facing camera.

2. New Screen Size

The iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Plus may have larger screen sizes, with the “Plus” model adopting an entirely new screen size.

3. 120Hz ProMotion (Always-On Display)

The iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Plus may have a 120Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling, allowing the screen to reduce the refresh rate to just 1Hz for better energy efficiency.

4. Apple-Designed Wi-Fi 7 Chip

The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max may ship with Apple-designed Wi-Fi 7 chips, allowing for faster Wi-Fi speeds and lower latency.

5. 48MP Telephoto Lens

The iPhone 17 Pro Max may have a 48MP premium telephoto lens, optimized for use with Apple’s Vision Pro headphones.

6. 24MP Selfie Camera

The iPhone 17 may have a 24MP front-facing camera with a 6-element lens, allowing for better image quality and more detail in photos.

7. Anti-Glare, Scratch-Resistant Screen

The iPhone 17 may have an anti-reflective screen that is more scratch-resistant than Apple’s Ceramic Shield on the iPhone 15.

8. More Memory

The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max may ship with 12GB of RAM, allowing for better multitasking and more resources for Apple Intelligence or AI features.

9. Dynamic Island, Smaller Than Before

The iPhone 17 Pro Max may have a significantly narrower dynamic island, thanks to a smaller “metal” for the Face ID system.

10. iPhone 17 “Air”

Apple may launch a brand new iPhone 17 model with a new design, possibly called the “iPhone 17 Air,” featuring a single rear camera centered on the top of the device, along with a narrower dynamic range.

Information from www.macrumors.com

Pictured: Apple’s iPhone 16.