Apple iPhone 17: Release Date, Leaks & Everything We Know (And How to Sell Your iPhone for Top Value)

Apple is gearing up to unveil the highly anticipated iPhone 17 series this September, and excitement is already building. 

In this article, we’ll cover everything, from the iPhone 17 release date to the latest iPhone 17 leaks and rumors. We’ll also look at the expected iPhone 17 price, key features, and how you can sell your old iPhone for the most money.

Rumored iPhone 17 Specs & Features:

iPhone 17 Air Rumors & Leaks:

Could the iPhone 17 Air be Apple’s boldest design yet?

• Lightweight and ultra-thin — just 5.5 mm thick (camera bump not included).
• Expected to replace the Plus models.
• Features a 48 MP main camera, Dynamic Island, titanium frame, and super-thin bezels.

The iPhone 17 Air is rumored to be a lightweight, ultra-thin entry in the iPhone 17 lineup (like the Samsung S25 Edge), replacing the Plus models. Leaks reveal that the iPhone 17 Air will be the thinnest iPhone ever made, measuring at just 5.5 mm thick (camera bump not included).

CAD renders and dummy units of the iPhone 17 Air features show that the device will sport a single 48 MP main sensor, with dynamic island on the front, super-thin bezels, and a titanium frame.

Leaked CAD renders and dummy units confirm that the iPhone 17 Air could be the thinnest iPhone ever made.

iPhone 17 Display Upgrade

Another leak says Apple is adopting anti-reflective coating on the iPhone 17's display, similar to what’s on the Galaxy S25 Ultra. This display tech significantly reduces glare and reflections while enhancing display readability, especially in bright environments.

We're also seeing a display size change; the base iPhone 17 will have a 6.27-inch display similar to the iPhone 16 Pro. Others are expected to retain the same display size as their predecessor, while the iPhone 17 Air will have a 6.6-inch display.

iPhone 17 New Design Leaks:

Unexpectedly, it looks like Apple is reportedly set to ditch its famed titanium frame on all iPhone 17 models except the iPhone 17 Air. The leak says that Apple has chosen to move on with aluminum for the iPhone 17 design.

In another surprising twist, multiple leaks suggest that Apple is giving the iPhone 17 camera layout a fresh redesign.

The iPhone 17 Pros and Air are all but confirmed to have a rectangular camera visor, much like what we see on Google Pixel phones, but wider. The triangular layout of the camera itself is set to stay unchanged, but sensors like flash and lidar will be moved to the other side.

Speaking of the iPhone 17 cameras..

iPhone 17 Camera Leaks and Upgrades:

Expect better selfies on the iPhone 17 series because leaks from reputable sources say the front camera is being upgraded to 24 MP. This'll mean 24 MP default shooting resolution, like it currently is on the rear cameras of the iPhone 16s. 

For the Pros, we're expecting a 48 MP main + 48 MP ultrawide + 48 MP telephoto rear camera setup. Yes! The 5x telephoto lens is being upgraded to 48 MP. Meaning more detailed and clearer pictures when taking long-range zoom shots

iPhone 17 Performance & Cooling:

As usual, the latest and greatest from Apple is coming with significant performance gains. Similar to its predecessor, the base and Air iPhone 17 models will have a less powerful A19 chip, while the more capable A19 Pro will ship exclusively for the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. 

The iPhone 17 series isn’t just bringing better performance; credible sources have also said to expect better cooling because Apple is finally adding a heat sink vapor chamber. If accurate, this means that the iPhone 17s will perform better for longer without overheating or the annoying screen-dimming “protection.”

Apple iPhone 17 Price:

Leaks suggest a possible $50 price hike on most models (except the standard iPhone 17). Here’s the breakdown:

Apple iPhone 17 Colors

How to Sell Your Old iPhone for the Most Money:

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