The iPhone 17 lineup is still over a year away, but rumors are already emerging about a new “Slim” model that could become the highest-end iPhone in the series.
Here’s what we know so far:
Release Date
The iPhone 17 Slim is expected to launch in the third or fourth quarter of 2025, following Apple’s typical annual iPhone release cycle. This means we’re likely looking at a September or October 2025 debut for the device.
Price
According to reports, the iPhone 17 Slim could be priced higher than the current iPhone 15 Pro Max, which starts at $1,199. Some estimates suggest the Slim model could cost around $1,400 to $1,500, making it the most expensive iPhone in the lineup. This premium pricing is said to be due to the device’s significantly thinner and more complex design.
Design & Specs
- Thinner aluminum chassis compared to the titanium used in Pro models
- Smaller “Dynamic Island” cutout due to a more compact Face ID system
- 6.55-inch or 6.6-inch display, smaller than the 6.7-inch iPhone 15 Plus
- Relocated rear camera layout, potentially in a top-center position
- 24MP front-facing camera with a 6-element lens, up from 12MP and 5 elements
- 8GB of RAM, compared to 6GB in the iPhone 15 Plus
- Apple’s latest A19 chip
- OLED display with ProMotion 120Hz refresh rate, even on non-Pro models
- More scratch-resistant “super-hard anti-reflective” display glass
Key Takeaways
- The iPhone 17 Slim is shaping up to be a major redesign, with a significantly thinner profile compared to current iPhones.
- It may replace the “Plus” model in the lineup and become the new high-end iPhone, potentially even being called the “iPhone Ultra.”
- Expect premium pricing, likely exceeding the $1,199 starting cost of the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
- The Slim model will feature various internal upgrades like a better camera, more RAM, and the latest A-series chip.
