Apple has been setting a clear strategy for its top-of-the-line iPhone models since 2017. From the iPhone X onwards, the Pro models get a frame made of premium metal in the form of stainless steel or titanium, which Apple from steel he passed for the first time at iPhone 15 Dec. S iPhonem 17 Pro, however, looks like a 180-degree turn. There have been rumors for some time that the Californian giant wants to "lighten" its phones as much as possible in the future, and according to new leaks from China, it is allegedly actually planning a return to aluminum frameAnd this year.
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A few hours ago, a well-known account came up with information that "only" confirms a number of rumors from previous weeks and months. Instant Digital on the Weibo platform, which has several accurate leaks in the past (e.g. yellow variaiPhone 14 or details about Apple Watch Ultra 2). According to him, he bets Apple for iPhone 17 Pro on thin aluminum frame in combination with glass backwhich will remain due to support MagSafe and Qi wireless chargingThe same construction was previously mentioned by, for example, a journalist Wayne Ma from The Information portal, making the return of aluminum seem increasingly likely.
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If the information is confirmed, it will be the first "Pro" iPhone with an aluminum body after eight long years. Lower models, so for example this year iPhone 16 and 16 Plus, are betting on aluminum commonly, but the Pro models have always aimed for the durability and luxurious look of more expensive metals. After all, aluminum is lighter and cheaper, but also less resistant to scratches and impacts. But it seems that this tax is Apple willing to pay in an effort to reduce weight and probably open the door to further innovations and changes.
Previous leaks suggest that the iPhone 17 Pro would ultrathin aluminum frame should have brought, among other things, a further reduction in the bezels around the display. Thin bezels are one of the main attractions of this year's series iPhone 16 For, and Apple apparently wants to push this direction even further. It is also interesting that the allegedly prepared iPhone 17 Air should stay with titanium, which may indicate that Apple si "premium material" poneIt is aimed at a new type of customer who will aim for style and lightness.
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If Apple is really planning to return to aluminum even for the "Pro" models, we should find out in September, when it will be the turn of iPhone 17 officially introduced. But whatever changes the Cupertino company is planning, one thing is certain: the iPhone's design identity may undergo a major transformation this year.
If it looks like this, it'll sell like hotcakes👌🏼
I find the photo module disgusting, but I believe someone will like it, if it is really the final form.
If it looks like this in the preview, it will sell like hotcakes👌🏼
Unfortunately, it is scientifically proven that aluminum is a carcinogen and even with slight overheating, harmful substances are released that we breathe, which is why the phone iPhone 18 Pro will cause cancer, they just won't tell you or admit it anywhere...
You forgot to add... SHARE BEFORE THEY DELETE IT :)
Don't take it so darkly, the consumption of sausages causes a heart attack, energy consumption causes teeth to fall out, and no one will warn us either...
On the other hand, thank God for alloys.
I live in isolation like this and I'm afraid to go out on the street.