iPhone 17 series to feature “largely unchanged” Dynamic Island Leave a comment
Renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has shared predictions regarding the upcoming iPhone 17 lineup, stating that the size of the Dynamic Island will remain largely the same as seen in current models. This revelation counters earlier claims by Jeff Pu, who suggested Apple would adopt metalens technology for Face ID in the iPhone 17 Pro, enabling a significant reduction in the cutout size.
iPhone 17 : Dynamic Island is expected to retain its current design
Introduced in 2022 with the iPhone 14 Pro series, the Dynamic Island marked a major design shift from the traditional notch, offering a more interactive and less intrusive alternative. Since its debut, the feature has seen minimal changes, and Kuo’s statement indicates Apple may not be ready to modify it just yet. While rumors have persistently suggested Apple’s long-term plan involves a completely cutout-free display, such advancements might take years to materialize.
Meanwhile, the rumored budget iPhone SE 4 is expected to feature a Dynamic Island, marking a major redesign that brings it closer to flagship models. Leaked images and code references from tipster Evan Blass suggest it will ditch the Home Button for an edge-to-edge display and include Face ID.
Talking about the 17 series, the lineup is expected to launch in September 2025 and is anticipated to include four models: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The Pro variants may introduce a new horizontally aligned camera module, replacing the triangular layout of the iPhone 16 series. The iPhone 17 Air, a rumored addition to the lineup, could feature a slimmer body measuring just 5.5mm thick, along with a premium glass back and aluminum frame.
On the hardware front, the Pro models are rumored to feature Apple’s advanced A19 Pro chipset, paired with a 6.9-inch OLED display supporting a 120Hz refresh rate for the Pro Max and a slightly smaller 6.3-inch display for the Pro. Meanwhile, the standard iPhone 17 and the Air variant might include the base A19 chip and a 120Hz OLED panel with sizes of 6.1 inches and 6.6 inches, respectively.
