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iPhone 17: Ultra, Air or Slim? The rumors at a glance

Milan Jovicic by Milan Jovicic
July 23, 2024 - 00:52 CEST
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The rumor mill is bubbling: Is the iPhone 17 Ultra, Slim or Air coming? The technology world is excited to see what Apple has in store for 2025. In this article, you'll learn all about the latest speculation and what changes the iPhone 17 could bring. Hold on tight, because the possible innovations are both exciting and confusing.

Even before the iPhone 16 is even on the market, technology fans are already turning their attention to the iPhone 17, which is due to be released in 2025. An advanced ultra-premium model is expected to break previous boundaries and set new standards. But the rumors leave us wondering: will it be an iPhone 17 Ultra, an iPhone Air or perhaps an iPhone Slim? Let's take a closer look at the clues and speculations.

All evidence for an iPhone 17 Ultra

According to reports, Apple will introduce a unique fourth model in the iPhone 17 lineup in 2025. This could mean the end of the iPhone Plus model and make room for the new iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and a mysterious fourth device.

Rumors that justify the name iPhone 17 Ultra:

  • New form factor: A completely new design that is different from the other iPhone 17 models.
  • Ultra-thin design: A slimming similar to the M4 iPad Pro.
  • New camera module: The camera could be located centrally on the back of the device.
  • Higher starting price: More expensive than all previous models.
  • Radical debut: comparable to the launch of the iPhone X.

Doubts about previous theories

However, a recent rumor is throwing some confusion into the speculation surrounding the new iPhone 17 model. While many previous reports have been confirmed, there are still uncertainties regarding the technical specifications and materials. The new details:

  • Display and form factor: A 6.65-inch display that sits between the Pro and Pro Max models. The main feature remains the thinner design.
  • Chips and RAM: Equipped with an A19 chip while the Pro models get the A19 Pro. 8GB RAM compared to 12GB in the Pro models.
  • Materials: Aluminum instead of titanium, like the basic iPhones.

These differences could mean that the new model will not be the most powerful iPhone, which goes against the expectation of an ultra-premium model.

iPhone 17 Air or Slim?

Perhaps Apple plans to launch the new model as the first iPhone Air and focus on the ultra-thin design. But how many users would buy the most expensive iPhone ever if it is less powerful than the cheaper Pro models? The iPhone Slim name is also being discussed, but the same dilemma remains: is a thinner iPhone really worth the ultra-premium price? There is a possibility that some rumors are false and the new model will come with an A19 Pro chip and more RAM after all. Perhaps aluminum is not a deciding factor, or the price will be lower than expected. It could also be that Apple is just testing how much interest there is in an ultra-thin model. But right now, a lot of things don't seem to make sense.

The iPhone 17: Rumors and Expectations Put to the Test

The rumors surrounding the iPhone 17 and its possible models are causing a lot of confusion and speculation. Whether it will ultimately be an iPhone 17 Ultra, Air, or Slim remains to be seen. What is clear, however, is that Apple is once again creating excitement and keeping the tech world on its toes. Until the official announcement, all we can do is continue to follow developments and be surprised. Stay tuned; the future of the iPhone could be more exciting than we can imagine. Need new accessories? In our Amazon Storefront, you'll find a huge selection of products from leading suppliers, perfect for HomeKit and other devices! (Photo by Unsplash / Tyler Lastovich)

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Milan founded Apfelpatient in 2016 and has been responsible for all editorial content since 2018 – news, rumors, how-to guides and product reviews. Here, Apple devices aren't review units kept for two weeks, they're everyday tools: from iPhone to MacBook Pro, MacBook Air and iMac all the way to Apple Vision Pro, at least one device from every product category is in daily use, many of them replaced every year. Every menu path in a guide is checked on the device before it goes live.

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