Apple’s iPhone design evolution has often toggled between aesthetics, ranging from the original iPhone’s rounded edges to the straight ones of the iPhone 4, and back to curves with the iPhone 6. The sharp frames reintroduced by the iPhone 12 Pro, while distinctive, have not been universally beloved due to comfort issues during handling. Now, buzz around the tech community, particularly from a post by the leaker Fixed-Focus Digital on Weibo, suggests the upcoming iPhone 17 might bring back the rounded edges.
This rumour implies a shift in Apple’s manufacturing process, specifically how the glass back and metal frame are joined, to facilitate these smoother, curved edges. However, details remain unclear about whether this change will apply across all iPhone 17 models or be limited to certain variations within the lineup. Apple is known for differentiating its standard and Pro models, which could mean this new design might be exclusive to specific versions.
The iPhone 17 isn’t just rumoured to revisit its external design; significant changes are also expected internally. Reports hint at the Pro and Pro Max models possibly swapping their titanium bodies for aluminium and redesigning the rear camera setup to replace the 3D glass with a metal bar.
As with all things Apple, the specifics of the iPhone 17’s design will likely remain under wraps until its official unveiling, anticipated to occur in September alongside new Apple Watch and premium AirPods models. This secrecy keeps speculation high and anticipation even higher among Apple enthusiasts and the tech industry at large.
