iPhone 17 Pro tipped for a major display upgrade- Here’s what we know so far

iPhone 17 Pro likely come with a new display technology that will improve the battery life and performance of the smartphone.

By: AISHWARYA PANDA
| Updated on: Dec 04 2024, 14:59 IST
iPhone 17 Air: RAM, camera, and other features tipped- Here’s what to expect
iPhone 17 Pro tipped for a major display upgrade- Here’s what we know so far
1/5 Next year, Apple may not release the “Plus” variant as it may introduce a new slimmer iPhone 17 model with some eye-catching features. The model is expected to be named as iPhone 17 Air and it is expected to have a slimmer profile in comparison to other iPhone 17 models launching next year. Now, several leaks about the smartphone have surfaced showcasing RAM, camera, and other details for the smartphone.  (AppleInsider)
iPhone 17 Pro tipped for a major display upgrade- Here’s what we know so far
2/5 In a recent report by MacRumors,  analyst Jeff Pu reconfirmed previously leaked details about the iPhone 17 Air. The details included that the smartphone will likely feature a 6.1-inch display with Face ID feature an aluminium frame, similar to the standard iPhone 16 models. It may also come with a new design which has not been featured in Apple’s flagship series smartphone.  (REUTERS)
iPhone 17 Pro tipped for a major display upgrade- Here’s what we know so far
3/5 Apart from design, the iPhone 17 Air is also rumoured to be powered by the A19 chip which will likely be fabricated by TSMC 3nm process. With a powerful chipset, Apple may also offer 8GB of RAM and an Apple-designed 5G modem. However, the new 5G chip may first debut with the iPhone SE 4 model. Therefore, with powerful performance upgrades, users can experience a slimmer iPhone with all the flagship features. (Unsplash)
iPhone 17 Pro tipped for a major display upgrade- Here’s what we know so far
4/5 In terms of camera upgrades, the iPhone 17 Air will likely come with a single rear camera instead of a dual camera setup in standard iPhone 16 models. This is being done to reduce the weight and thickness of the smartphone. Reportedly, the smartphone may feature a 48MP rear camera and a 24MP front-facing camera.  (AP)
iPhone 17 Pro tipped for a major display upgrade- Here’s what we know so far
5/5 Apart from these upgrades, the iPhone 17 Air will also support Apple Intelligence which includes a suite of AI features. There are also possibilities that Apple may announce a new set of AI features. Now, we can only be certain about the smartphone’s name, features, and other details during the launch which is not expected until September 2025. (Bloomberg)
iPhone 17 Pro tipped for a major display upgrade- Here’s what we know so far
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iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max to get a new display with advanced technology, check details. (REUTERS)

The iPhone 16 series hype has finally settled and all eyes have been shifted to next year's iPhone 17 models as leaks have started to circulate. Over the past few months, we have been hearing about display upgrades for iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air models which will likely get the ProMotion technology. However, in a recent leak, the iPhone 17 Pro model is rumoured to get an unexpected display upgrade that will refine the smartphone's durability, battery life and performance. Know more about the iPhone 17 Pro's new display technology. 

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iPhone 17 Pro display upgrade

A tipster who goes by the name Jukanlosreve shared an X post revealing that the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max are expected to get a major display upgrade. The tipster highlighted that Apple may bring a new display technology which is known as Low-Dielectric TEE. The post added, “ Low-Dielectric TEE improves battery efficiency, maximizes display durability, and enhances overall performance compared to existing display technologies.” This new technology is different from LTPO+, however, it is expected to bring improved performance for the new generation iPhone Pro models. 

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Earlier, it was reported that all iPhone 17 models will get the LTPO display with 120Hz refresh rate, however, with the new leaks spreading, Apple may have different plans for the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Apart from the display upgrade, iPhone 17 pro models may also get a narrower Dynamic Island, that will refine the usability of the device. Therefore, the new generation iPhones are slated for major changes and upgrades. 

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iPhone 17 Pro rumours

In recent leaks, the iPhone 17 Pro models are rumoured for major design changes that may revamp the whole look of the device. Reportedly, Apple may be planning to bring the aluminium frame back to the Pro model. We may also get a new camera island with revamped sensor placements. Additionally, the iPhone 17 Pro models may get an A19 Pro chip fabricated with a 3rd generation 3nm process, improving the performance of the smartphone. However, to confirm these claims, we will have to wait for the official launch. 

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First Published Date: 04 Dec, 14:59 IST
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