iPhone 17 Leaks Reveal Major Design Changes
New Design for the Upcoming iPhone 17 Models
It’s that time of year again, when the rumor mill starts ramping up for the next iPhone launch, and the leaks and renders start to gain some credibility. And while the iPhone hasn’t changed a whole lot in terms of design over the past few years, but that’s all set to change in September 2025.
Rumored Models and Features
Rumour has it we’re in for three distinct models next year; the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, and iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max. And now leaked CAD files have offered us a pretty compelling glimpse at all three. With new, fat camera arrays and, in the case of the Air, a super-thin profile, there certainly seem to be some changes in store.
Leaked CAD Files Reveal Design Changes
Leaker Majin Bu has shared 3D renders of all three models. While the standard iPhone 17 looks pretty similar to the iPhone 16, the brand new ‘Air’ and the Pro models look very different. The iPhone 17 Air is rumoured to feature a single camera with a horizontal camera bump that takes up the entire width of the iPhone. Meanwhile, the iPhone 17 Pro is also rumoured to feature a full horizontal camera bump but with three lenses. In other words, the camera bump looks absolutely massive. And the 17 Pro is also rumoured to feature a glass section on the rear of the device for reverse charging (useful for charging, say, your AirPods).
Mixed Reactions to the Design Changes
We’ve already argued both the Air and the Pro seem a little nonsensical – in the case of the former it seems like we could see several sacrifices (battery life, single camera) in pursuit of thinness, whereas that massive Pro camera bump is just… too big. But we want to know what you think – let us know in the comments below.
Conclusion
The iPhone 17 leaks are just starting to roll in, and it’s clear that Apple is shaking things up with its design. While the standard iPhone 17 looks familiar, the Air and Pro models are taking bold new directions. Whether these changes will pay off or not remains to be seen, but one thing is certain – we’re in for an exciting September 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the three iPhone models rumored to be released in 2025?
A: The iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, and iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max.
Q: What are the main design changes in the iPhone 17 Air and 17 Pro?
A: The iPhone 17 Air features a super-thin profile and a horizontal camera bump that takes up the entire width of the iPhone, while the iPhone 17 Pro features a full horizontal camera bump with three lenses and a glass section for reverse charging.
Q: Are the design changes in the iPhone 17 Air and 17 Pro a good idea?
A: The article argues that the changes may come at the cost of battery life and camera quality, but we want to know what you think – let us know in the comments below.
