The iPhone 17 “Slim” is rumored to feature the biggest redesign since the iPhone

Apple is reportedly planning to launch a high-end iPhone model next year, dubbed the “Slim” iPhone 17. This new model is expected to feature the most significant redesign since the iPhone X, according to a paid report from The Information spotted by MacRumors.

The last major iPhone redesign was in 2017, with the iPhone X which eliminated the home button for a larger screen and introduced the famous notch, beginning the transition to an all-screen design. The iPhone 17 “Slim” is rumored to introduce another major design change, this time repositioning the rear camera to the top center, departing from the long-standing top left position used since the iPhone 17. origin in 2007.

The report suggests that the iPhone 17 “Slim” will stay true to its “Slim” moniker, thanks to a much thinner aluminum chassis and a generous 6.6-inch screen, positioned between the upcoming 6.1-inch and 6.9 inches. Additionally, the “Slim” iPhone will feature Apple’s upcoming A19 SoC, a narrower dynamic island housing an improved front-facing camera, and a starting price north of $1,199, making it even more expensive than the model Current high-end Pro Max.

If these changes come to fruition, it will be rather intriguing to see how Apple manages to differentiate the “Pro” and “Slim” monikers. Traditionally, the “Air” versions of iPads and MacBooks are lightweight and less expensive versions. However, with the new 5.1mm iPad Pro ($996 at Amazon) being significantly thinner than the iPad Air, Apple’s naming conventions have become increasingly complex. With the iPhone 17 “Slim” potentially more expensive than the “Pro Max” variant, the naming strategy could become even more confusing. Fortunately, with a launch window set for late 2025, Apple has plenty of time to iron out the kinks in its product line, and the “Slim” iPhone variant might even turn out to be the “Ultra” iPhone » which we have been talking about for a long time.

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