iPhone 17 will be Slimmer

A few hours ago, a rumor emerged suggesting that the successor to Apple’s iPhone 16 Plus would be named the iPhone 17 Slim. This new name implies it will be the thinnest member of the 17 family, though that alone might not justify such a significant change. However, when you consider that its screen will be smaller than both the current iPhone 15 Plus and the forthcoming iPhone 16 Plus, the rebranding begins to make more sense.

Ross Young from Display Supply Chain Consultants, a usually reliable source, has provided a precise measurement for the iPhone 17 Slim’s display. According to Young, the display will measure exactly 6.55 inches diagonally, adding accuracy to a previous report by analyst Jeff Pu, who estimated it at “6.6 inches”.

For context, the iPhone 15 Plus features a 6.7-inch screen, a size expected to be retained by its successor. Meanwhile, the Pro Max variant is anticipated to grow to 6.9 inches. This shift suggests Apple may be pushing those who prefer larger screens towards the more expensive Pro Max models, rather than the more affordable Plus versions. If these rumors hold, the iPhone 16 Pro Max will adopt a 6.9-inch screen, with the iPhone 17 Pro Max maintaining that size while the iPhone 17 Slim goes smaller.

Despite the credibility of these sources, it’s essential to remember that we’re about 18 months away from the iPhone 17 family’s launch. This means that many details could change between now and then, even if the current information is accurate.

Published on 06/16/24 11:06 | by Rawa John