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Apple Finalizes Key Milestone for iPhone 17 Series Ahead of September Release

The iPhone 17 lineup, featuring four models with 12GB RAM and A19 chips, has cleared Engineering Validation Testing, confirming its readiness for production.

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iPhone SE wasn't a very big seller, but the leap to iPhone 16e, pictured, might be a too big a jump for many SE fans.
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Overview

  • Apple has completed Engineering Validation Testing (EVT) for at least one iPhone 17 model, keeping the series on track for a September 2025 launch.
  • The iPhone 17 lineup includes four variants: a base model, the ultra-thin Air, Pro, and Pro Max, with the Air model featuring a single rear camera and a sleek design.
  • All models in the iPhone 17 series are expected to feature 12GB of RAM, marking a significant upgrade from the 8GB standard in the iPhone 16 lineup.
  • The new A19 and A19 Pro chips will power the lineup, enabling enhanced performance and expanded Apple Intelligence capabilities.
  • Apple has reportedly canceled the planned anti-reflective display coating for the Pro models due to production scalability challenges.