- El iPhone 17 will include a self-developed WiFi 7 and Bluetooth chip manufactured by Apple
- The screens of the four iPhone 17 models will feature 120Hz ProMotion technology
- Apple will introduce a new 'Slim' or 'Air' model, thinner and with design innovations
- The iPhone 17 Pro will feature a 2nm chip, which improves performance and energy efficiency
Apple is already working on what will be its next generation of smartphones for 2025, the iPhone 17. Although there is still some time until its official launch, rumors and leaks about its features are already in full swing. This device promises to be a major leap in the evolution of the iPhone family, with significant improvements in performance, connectivity, design, and much more.
Among the main novelties expected from the iPhone 17, highlighting the addition of an Apple-made WiFi and Bluetooth chip, the arrival of 120Hz ProMotion displays on all models, and a redesign of the line, including a new 'Slim' or 'Air' model. In this article, we'll break down all the features and rumors that have been leaked so far.
Apple says goodbye to Broadcom: new WiFi 7 chip and Bluetooth
One of the biggest firsts that the iPhone 17 will bring is the inclusion of a New WiFi 7 and Bluetooth chip developed by Apple itself. This move will allow the company to reduce its dependence on external companies such as Broadcom, which until now had been its main supplier of these key components. According to renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, this new chip will not only improve connectivity by being compatible with WiFi 7, but will also reduce production costs and integration within the Apple ecosystem will be much more efficient.
The new chip will be manufactured by TSMC, using the 7-nanometer process, ensuring high energy efficiency and improved performance. Specifically, this chip will enable the iPhone 17 connects faster and more reliably to wireless networks, which will contribute to a better user experience in data-intensive tasks such as video calls or streaming high quality content.
120Hz ProMotion display for all models
Another of the great improvements will finally be the arrival of ProMotion displays with a 120Hz refresh rate to the entire iPhone 17 range. Until now, this technology had been reserved only for the Pro models, leaving the standard versions with 60Hz, a decision that had been widely criticized by users. With the iPhone 17, both the base model and the new 'Slim' model, and even the Pro and Pro Max, will feature LTPO displays, which allow for an adaptive frequency, adjusting the refresh rate of the screen depending on the task being performed.
The increase in the refresh rate will make the interactions with the phone are much more fluid, improving both system animations and the experience in games and other applications that demand high visual performance. In addition, this display technology will reduce energy consumption by automatically adjusting the refresh rate to lower levels when as much power is not needed.
New models: iPhone 17 Slim or Air
One of the most anticipated additions in this upcoming release will be the introduction of a Ultra-thin model, which could be called the iPhone 17 'Slim' or 'Air', depending on the nomenclature Apple chooses. This new device will be placed next to the standard model as the lightest and thinnest option, sacrificing, of course, some elements of hardware as a more modest camera setup, with just one rear sensor.
The iPhone 17 Slim could be more focused on those users who prefer portability and a more stylized profile over other features, although it would maintain key technologies such as the ProMotion display and WiFi 7 and Bluetooth connectivityAccording to the first leaks, it could hit the market at a higher price than the base iPhone 17, which would imply a more premium approach despite its apparent simplicity in terms of cameras.
2-nanometer processors for Pro models
In terms of performance, the iPhone 17 Pro models could incorporate the first 2 nanometer chip manufactured by TSMC, which would be a huge step forward not only for Apple, but for the entire technology industry. This processor would offer faster and more efficient performance than ever before, improving battery life and allowing complex tasks to be executed more smoothly.
In addition, the Pro models are expected to integrate 12 GB of RAM, which would make them the most powerful iPhones to date, perfect for users who require high performance, such as content creators or those who use heavy photo and video editing applications.
Release date and price
Following its usual schedule, Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 17 in September 2025, a traditional event where the company usually reveals its new flagship products. Production of the devices could begin in early 2025, meaning rumors and leaks will continue to emerge over the coming months.
As for prices, it is speculated that the iPhone 17 base model starts at around $799 (around 900 euros), while the 'Slim' or 'Air' models could cost more, around $1.299 (about 1.400 euros). The Pro and Pro Max models would be in the range of $1.099 and $1.199 respectively, although these figures could vary depending on the market.
The iPhone 17 will not only aim to be a device packed with innovation in terms of technology and design, but will also consolidate Apple's strategy of reducing its dependence on third parties in the production of key components, while continuing to improve the user experience with each new generation.
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