The iPhone 17 Pro series, which Apple will launch next fall, comes with significant changes in its design. According to leaked information, the rear camera module of the device will switch to a horizontal layout instead of the square layout that has been used for years. This new design may offer a structure that resembles the camera layout in Google’s Pixel series. This change of the camera island aims to bring innovation in terms of both aesthetics and hardware placement.
According to leaked information, the camera hardware in the iPhone 17 Pro series will be largely similar to the previous model, the iPhone 16 Pro. The triple rear camera system will be preserved and this system will consist of main, ultra wide angle and periscope telephoto lenses with a resolution of 48 megapixels. The 5x optical zoom ability of the telephoto lens will also remain the same. It is stated that the GP lens technology, a mixture of glass and plastic used in the lenses, will also retain its place in this model.
A remarkable upgrade is expected on the front camera side. The front camera, which is 12 megapixels in current models, can be increased to 24 megapixels on the iPhone 17 Pro. This development can improve user experience in both photo and video performance.
It is known that Apple’s previous innovations in camera hardware were made several years apart. Considering the significant changes in the iPhone 16 Pro series, it seems likely that the iPhone 17 Pro will offer a more stable update in terms of hardware. However, improvements can be made in image processing and photo quality with software developments.
Other changes will be made to the iPhone 17 Pro design
Apart from the camera layout, innovations also stand out in the general design of the iPhone 17 Pro. According to the leaked images, the horizontal camera module at the top of the device may offer a more compatible layout with Face ID sensors and other components. These changes aim to provide a more minimalist appearance on the back of the device.
Another claim is about the screen technology of the iPhone 17 Pro models. It is stated that ProMotion supported screens with 120 Hz refresh rate will become standard and will be used in all models. Additionally, increasing the RAM capacity to 12 GB can increase the multitasking performance of the device.