Overview

• Leaked photos reveal two distinct L-shaped battery prototypes for the iPhone 17 Pro, with narrower modules accommodating physical SIM trays for China and wider eSIM-only designs for the US.
• In-the-wild shots around Union Square in San Francisco confirm the iPhone 17 Pro’s full-width rectangular camera island and the repositioning of its LED flash and LiDAR sensor.
• Fresh Galaxy S26 Ultra renders depict a flat metal frame and a fold-style rear camera island, highlighting parallel design shifts in Android flagship competition.
• Apple remains on track for a September 8–10 unveiling of four iPhone 17 models—including the ultra-thin Air variant—following industry launch forecasts.
• The iPhone 17 Pro is expected to run on the A19 Pro chipset with up to 12 GB of RAM, triple 48 MP rear cameras and steel-enclosed battery casings for improved thermal management and repairability.