iPhone 17: Everything We Know So Far (2026 Release, Features & Leaks)
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Tilesh Bo
June 25, 2025 | 7-minute read
The iPhone 16 hasn’t even hit shelves yet, but Apple’s iPhone 17 is already making waves with leaks pointing to its most radical redesign in years. From true under-display Face ID to AI-powered cameras, here’s everything we know—and what’s still speculation.
📅 iPhone 17 Release Date & Price
Expected Launch: September 2026
Price Rumors:
iPhone 17: 200)
iPhone 17 Pro: $1,299
iPhone 17 Ultra: $1,599 (new tier)
Why the Price Hike?
"AI Pro" chip upgrades
Titanium chassis for all models
Satellite connectivity included
🔥 Confirmed & Likely Features
(Based on supply chain leaks & Apple patents)
| Feature | Details | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Under-Display Face ID | No Dynamic Island – just screen | Ming-Chi Kuo |
| All-Titanium Design | Lighter, stronger than iPhone 16 Pro | Foxconn leak |
| A19 Pro Chip | 3nm++, 20% faster AI tasks | TSMC roadmap |
| "Adaptive OLED" | 1-240Hz refresh rate (battery-saving mode) | Samsung Display |
| USB-C Port Removal | Fully portless (MagSafe + mmWave charging) | Apple patent |
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🚀 The 3 Biggest Upgrades
1. AI-Powered "Photonic Engine" Camera
50MP main sensor with real-time HDR++
Night Vision mode (via IR lasers, like Xiaomi 14 Ultra)
AI-powered editing (remove objects before taking the shot)
2. Neural Siri (Powered by Apple GPT)
On-device AI for instant responses (no cloud lag)
"Memory" feature – recalls past convos like a human
3. Modular Battery System
Hot-swappable battery slices (like a futuristic Game Boy)
Solar charging case (10% per hour in sunlight)
⚠️ Potential Controversies
No USB-C = No EU Approval?
Apple may skip Europe or sell a "special edition" with ports
"iPhone Ultra" Exclusivity
Rumored periscope zoom & satellite texting only for Ultra
AI Privacy Fears
Will on-device Siri still send data to Apple?
📈 Should You Wait for iPhone 17?
✅ Yes if…
You want true all-screen design
AI photography matters more than price
You’re on iPhone 13 or older
❌ No if…
You’re happy with iPhone 15/16
Portless charging sounds annoying
$1,599 is too steep
💡 iPhone 17 vs. Competition
| Feature | iPhone 17 Pro | Galaxy S26 Ultra | Pixel 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chip | A19 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Google Tensor G5 |
| Zoom | 5x optical | 10x periscope | 7x "AI-enhanced" |
| AI | Apple GPT | Galaxy AI 3.0 | Gemini Nano 2 |
| Battery | 4,900mAh | 5,500mAh | 4,800mAh |
Early Verdict: If Apple nails portless charging, this could be the most futuristic iPhone ever.
