Rumors about the upcoming iPhone 16 are constantly popping up online, revealing the design, camera specs, changes to the MagSafe charging ring, among others, regarding the lineup. By now, a new rumor has surfaced online suggesting something interesting about the 2025 iPhone 17 series.
According to analyst Jeff Fu of Haitong International Securities (via 9To5Google), Apple could release the iPhone 17 Plus model and could introduce a new version of the iPhone 17 Slim, which suggests that Cupertino has significant plans for its next-generation iPhones.
Analyst Jeff claimed that the iPhone 17 Slim 2026 could come with a 6.6-inch display, and more importantly, could have a different design. The devices are suspected to come with front camera improvements and a smaller dynamic island (punch, maybe?).
According to the rumor, the iPhone 17 lineup will then include iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Slim, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Allegedly, the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Slim and iPhone 17 Pro will use an aluminum frame, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max will be made using a more durable titanium frame.
Analyst Jeff also claims that the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Slim could see an increase in RAM. Rumors suggest that the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Slim could come with 8GB of RAM, while the Pro models could come with 12GB of RAM. The iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max could come with an advanced A19 Pro chipset, while the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Slim could be powered by an A18 or A19 processor.
Various reports indicate that the iPhone Plus models are not a hit among the masses and Considered a commercial failure. This is why Apple may rework its strategy and could introduce a new iPhone 17 Slim phone and replace the Plus model.